Équipe nationale Sénégal : Moussa Niakhaté salue le travail de Pape Thiaw avant l’arrivée de Patrick Vieira
Senegal is entering a new chapter with the official appointment of Patrick Vieira as manager of the Lions. As the former French midfielder prepares to take the reins of the national team, Moussa Niakhaté paid tribute to his predecessor, Pape Thiaw.
The Olympique Lyonnais centre-back had a particularly busy day. Just hours after the announcement of Patrick Vieira's appointment, Moussa Niakhaté started for OL in the first leg of their Champions League playoff against Fenerbahçe. Lyon secured a valuable result in Turkey, earning a 1-1 draw.
Following the match, the Senegalese international was asked about Patrick Vieira's arrival as manager of the Lions. While he acknowledged being aware of the news, he primarily wanted to highlight the work done by Pape Thiaw.
“I saw yes for Patrick Vieira. I want to first pay tribute to Pape Thiaw because he took over the national team in difficult conditions and won the Africa Cup of Nations,” said Moussa Niakhaté.
A heartfelt tribute that testifies to the Lyon defender's gratitude towards the former national team coach. Pape Thiaw had indeed taken the reins of the national team in a delicate context before leading the Lions to another continental title.
A new era is about to begin with Patrick Vieira. The French coach will bear the heavy responsibility of maintaining Senegal's momentum and keeping the Lions among the elite of African football. The players' performances, starting with Moussa Niakhaté, will be closely scrutinized under the new manager.
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