The football teams of Senegal and France will meet for a symbolic remake of the famous 2002 match, on the occasion of a charity gala organized in Dakar, from April 3 to 6, 2025. According to information relayed by The Observerthis initiative is supported by former Senegalese internationals, notably Gorgui Sy Dieng and Babacar Guèye, as well as former French international Frank Sylvestre.
The main meeting, scheduled for April 5 at 4 p.m., will take place at the Léopold Sédar Senghor stadium, newly renovated and inaugurated for this occasion. This match will pit “the friends of Zidane and Ronaldinho” against a selection of former Senegalese players, notably the legendary Generation 2002. A vibrant tribute will be paid to Pape Bouba Diop, the hero of the 2002 Senegal-France match, who died in 2020.
The organizing committee indicated, via The Observerthat “the symbolic kickoff will be given by Aaron Diop, son of Pape Bouba Diop, in the presence of his family. » This initiative aims to honor the memory of the former Senegalese midfielder and to highlight “his immense contribution to Senegalese and world football”. In addition to the sporting event, this gala also includes a visit to the island of Gorée and to the Maison des Esclaves, according to the program communicated by the organizers. The main objective of the event is to raise funds for two local associations, Children’s Empire et Village of the Kingswhich work to improve the living conditions of young people in vulnerable situations.
As pointed out The Observerthis event highlights the role of sport in the service of solidarity. It is about proving, once again, that football goes beyond borders to unite people around humanitarian causes.
