Pape Thiaw trusts his executives to challenge the Stallions of Burkina Faso.

Thursday 14th November 2024 04:44 PM

The duel between Burkina Faso and Senegal for the 5th day of the CAN 2025 qualifiers starts strong, with a Senegalese starting XI built for the feat. Under the leadership of interim coach Pape Thiaw, the Teranga Lions will try to make the difference on the field, where every decision and every placement is crucial to maintain the victorious momentum. Here is the Senegalese composition which will take the field this evening.

THE ELEVEN
• Goalkeeper:
16. Edouard Mendy – Faithful to his position, the Lions goalkeeper will bring his solidity and experience to counter the Burkinabe attacks.
• Defenders:
3. Kalidou Koulibaly – Captain and pillar of the Senegalese defense, he will be the key element in maintaining a solid wall.
19. Moussa Niakhaté – With his imposing physique, he will strengthen the defensive axis alongside Koulibaly.
25. El Hadji Malick Diouf – Young talent, he completes the defense with the passion and determination of his generation.
• Field midfielders:
15. Krépin Diatta – Positioned to provide speed and creativity, he will play a crucial role in quick transitions.
5. Idrissa Gana Gueye – The veteran midfielder will be responsible for stabilizing the team, his experience will be valuable to dominate the battle in the center.
26. Pape Gueye – A player with a physical style who, through his combativeness, will support Gana Gueye in blocking the midfield.
13. Iliman Ndiaye – In support of the attackers, Ndiaye brings a technical touch which can make the difference in tight spaces.
• Attackers:
10. Sadio Mané – The Lions star, spearhead of the attack, will carry the Senegalese hopes to break through the opposing defense.
18. Ismaila Sarr – With his speed and ability to eliminate, he will be a constant threat to the Burkinabe defense.
7. Nicolas Jackson – The center forward, ready to seize every opportunity, will provide depth and impact in the box.

Substitutes:
Seny Dieng, Abdou Diallo, Formose Mendy, Abdoulaye Seck, Abdou Aziz Ndiaye, Habib Diarra, Pathé Ciss, Pape Matar Sarr, Ibrahima Seck, Cheikh T. Sabaly, Cherif Ndiaye, Habib Diallo.

This training, focused on a balance between youth and experience, shows Pape Thiaw’s vision to face Stallions determined to win. With Sadio Mané leading the attack and Kalidou Koulibaly orchestrating the defense, the Lions of Teranga are ready for a match that promises to be competitive.

This match against Burkina Faso is crucial for Pape Thiaw, who continues to strengthen his vision for the Teranga Lions. Under his leadership, the Senegalese players are fighting to stay at the top of the qualifications and demonstrate their ability to reach CAN 2025 as serious contenders for the title. Pape Thiaw wants to breathe new life and prove his ability to manage the Lions during this transition period.

For Senegal, this meeting is an opportunity to once again assert their supremacy in Africa.