Koulibaly Declares Senegal Unfazed by His Absence: The Lions Roar On
31 December 2025
Senegal's Leader Confident in the Team's Depth
Kalidou Koulibaly, captain of Senegal and defender for Al Hilal, voiced strong belief in the Lions' ability to reach deep into AFCON, even without his presence on the field.
Red Card and Path to the Knockouts
He faced a red card in the match against Benin, a 3-0 victory that secured his suspension for the knockout stage. He noted the shirt belongs to the people and to all players on the pitch, not to a single man.
Team Spirit Over Individual Glory
In talks with the media, Koulibaly said whether he plays or not, the priority is to give every ounce of effort and secure the win for Senegal. He stressed that a triumph for Senegal matters more than his personal status on the field, and he finished with complete confidence in the current group.
Punchline 1: If depth on this team were a weapon, Senegal's squad would win every war—no extra ammo needed.
Punchline 2: If confidence were a sniper rifle, this group would aim straight for the goals with a perfect headshot of teamwork.
