Senegal – Sudan (4-1): Yehvann Diouf calls for a tribute worthy of the legend Édouard Mendy

The Lions' return to the Léopold Sédar Senghor Stadium did not leave Yehvann Diouf unmoved. After Senegal's 4-1 victory against Sudan, the Senegalese goalkeeper expressed his satisfaction at returning to this historic stadium, which he considers a true home for the national team. He also spoke about the Lions' upcoming matches before offering his frank opinion on the tribute paid to Édouard Mendy.

Regarding the choice to play at the Léopold Sédar Senghor stadium, Yehvann Diouf welcomed a decision that also facilitates access for supporters to national team matches.

“This is the historic stadium. It may no longer be the official stadium of Senegal, but it’s our home. Great historical events have taken place here. We also know that it’s easier for the fans to come here than to go to Diamniadio. So we were very happy to play here. Personally, I was really looking forward to winning this match,” he said.

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The Lions' goalkeeper also discussed the team's upcoming matches. He believes no team is unbeatable, not even Senegal. He urged his teammates to remain focused and not underestimate any opponent.

“There is no team that is unbeatable. Even we, if we don’t make the necessary effort, are vulnerable. That’s why we need to be serious and not underestimate the teams we are going to face. We have to show the face we want to show and try to beat everyone,” he warned.

But it was above all on the question of the tribute paid to Édouard Mendy that Yehvann Diouf made particularly striking remarks. The Senegalese goalkeeper believes that his elder deserved an even grander celebration, befitting his career and his contribution to Senegalese and African football.

“Personally, I think it should have been even bigger. He is the best goalkeeper in the history of Senegal and one of the best goalkeepers in the history of African football, if not the best. For him, as for all the veterans who are going to retire, it has to be something grandiose, reflecting what they have been able to do in the national team and outside of it,” he said.

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While acknowledging that this tribute may not have lived up to what these players deserved, Yehvann Diouf remains hopeful that another ceremony can be organized.

“This is not necessarily the tribute they deserved. Perhaps there will be a second one,” he concluded.