The Lions’ central defender spoke during the pre-match press conference against Burkina Faso. A match scheduled for this Friday at 19:00 GMT, at the Abdoulaye Wade stadium, concerning the start of the qualifications for the CAN 2025. A match to win at all costs if we have the determination Moussa Niakhaté.
“Participating in the Africa Cup of Nations is essential. Senegal must always be among the best teams in the final stages. We are really looking forward to starting this new campaign against Burkina Faso. Our goal is to reach Morocco and achieve our ambitions, but we are taking it step by step. We are determined to get the three points,” he said.
Regarding his arrival at Lyon in Ligue 1, Niakhaté has clear objectives this season. “I want to prove the value of the player that I am. For this selection, I feel in great shape. Being here is a real pleasure. I have confidence in my abilities, while remaining humble. We will fight to win these matches, then return to the club before a new gathering in October. This is how the life of an international goes,” he concluded.
