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Senegal hope Morocco final will not be Mane’s AFCON farewell

Senegal hope Morocco final will not be Mane’s AFCON farewell

Summary

Senegal's coach hopes Sadio Mane will continue to play in the Africa Cup of Nations, despite Mane's suggestion he might retire from international football after the World Cup. Senegal is set to face Morocco in the final, with the Senegalese team expressing concerns about security and hospitality upon their arrival in Morocco.

Key Facts

  • Senegal coach Pape Thiaw wants Sadio Mane to continue playing in the Africa Cup of Nations.
  • Mane hinted at retiring from international football after the World Cup, as he will be 34 by then.
  • Senegal is preparing to play against Morocco in the AFCON final.
  • Senegal expressed security and hospitality concerns upon arriving in Morocco for the final.
  • Morocco aims to win the AFCON title for the first time in 50 years.
  • The final is between the top two African teams according to FIFA rankings.
  • Coach Thiaw stressed the importance of Mane to Senegal, citing his past contributions.

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