Moussa Niakhaté hailed by Lyon, returns at Metz after AFCON triumph | OneFootball

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·26 gennaio 2026

Moussa Niakhaté hailed by Lyon, returns at Metz after AFCON triumph

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Moussa Niakhaté returned to Lyon duty on Sunday at Metz after Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations triumph, days after a triumphant welcome in Décines.

According to Le Progres, the centre-back resumed training only on Friday following the victory with the national team.


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A pillar of Senegal’s success, the 29-year-old from Roubaix has been widely celebrated since returning to France.

At Décines he received a vibrant tribute from team-mates, coaches, staff and club officials.

After several days of festivities back home, he reflected on the achievement as he rejoined the squad for the Metz trip.

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