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Acting coach, Pape Thiaw finally reacts and throws strong words at Aliou Cissé
During the press conference 24 hours before the match against Malawi, Pape Thiaw, the interim coach, expressed a warm tribute to Aliou Cissé.
During his press conference, Pape Thiaw began by paying vibrant tribute to Aliou Cissé, the former coach of the Senegal national team, who led the Téranga Lions for nine years. Thiaw wanted to briefly recall the journey of the man nicknamed “ El Tactico“, emphasizing that he is not only an example to follow, but also a determined fighter.
According to him, Cissé marked the history of Senegalese football by winning the first African Cup of Nations for the country, an achievement which will remain engraved in the memories and which testifies to his commitment and his passion for football.
During his press conference, Pape Thiaw did not fail to emphasize the importance of Aliou Cissé in the exceptional career of the Senegalese national team. “ I am honored to have worked alongside a great man, whom I consider a brother, a captain, but above all an exceptional coach », declared the interim coach. He expressed his gratitude to Cissé, whom he described as an inspiring model, having been able to shape a solid, united and resolutely combative Senegalese team.
Pape Thiaw recalled that the former coach succeeded in uniting the Lions of Téranga around a common goal, allowing them to qualify for all major competitions, while thrilling the Senegalese people. “ He knew how to instill true national pride and touched the hearts of every Senegalese, especially by offering the country this sparkling star which now shines in the eyes of all “, he added, in reference to the first African Cup won under the leadership of Cissé.
To conclude, he expressed his gratitude with words full of respect and gratitude: “ Jeureudieuf, Diarama and Albarka ”, meaning “thank you” in different local languages, in tribute to the lasting impact that Aliou Cissé had on Senegalese football and beyond.