At almost 35 years old, Idrissa Gana Gueye continues to establish himself as an essential pillar of the Senegal national team. During the last two matches of the Lions of Teranga, notably against the DRC and Mauritania, the most capped player in the history of the Senegalese selection once again demonstrated his importance in midfield.
After losing his starting place during the last African Cup of Nations (CAN), Idrissa Gana Gueye seems to have taken over the reins of the Senegalese midfielder. This resurgence follows an excellent end to the season with Everton, where he was the major architect of the club’s retention in the Premier League. His club performances have undoubtedly contributed to his strong return to the national team. Before the match against Mauritania, the former Paris Saint Germain player had already shown good things against the DRC, where he gave a lot of effort in midfield.
His performance against Mauritania was one of the best, confirming his status as an essential leader. During the derby won 1-0 by Senegal, he stood out for his combativeness and his leadership. In a post-match press conference, Lions coach Aliou Cissé paid tribute to his player’s performance. “ He is a good leader and he behaved as such by accompanying his younger brothers in midfield, Pape Matar Sarr and Lamine Camara. He had a great match in terms of football and mentality “, underlined Cissé. Not only does Gueye excel individually, but he also mentors young players, providing them with experience and support on the pitch. After 112 caps, the Senegalese midfielder remains tireless and determined, showing that he is not ready to hang up his boots.
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