CAN 2025: Gana Gueye names the greatest player in Senegal's history

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·15 gennaio 2026

CAN 2025: Gana Gueye names the greatest player in Senegal's history

Gana Gueye - Sadio Mané

Senegal has logically secured its spot in the CAN 2025 final this Wednesday. After their victory over Egypt, Gana Gueye named the greatest player in the history of the Lions of Teranga.

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Yesterday, following Senegal's qualification for the final, Idrissa Gana Gueye made no secret of his admiration for Sadio Mané. As the technical and mental leader of Senegal's attack, Sadio Mané once again led the team in the decisive moments, netting the crucial goal in the CAN 2025 semifinal against Egypt.

A @royalairmaroc Top View of Sadio Mané's winning goal for Senegal! ✈️🇸🇳 #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025
– giovedì 15 gennaio 2026

At the end of the match, Gana Gueye delivered a powerful statement: "I've always known his qualities and I know where he can take us. I know he can help us win an AFCON. We are all behind him. Sadio Mané is the greatest player in the history of Senegal and we hope he will help us lift a second AFCON trophy."