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Fàbregas Frustrated by Diao's Africa Cup Call-Up
12/14/2025
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- Cesc Fàbregas, head coach of Como, expressed frustration at the call-up of young striker Assane Diao to the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) in 2025.
- Senegal named 28 players for CAN 2025, during a crucial period for Como in Serie A.
- Fàbregas said he had an unproductive conversation with Senegal coach Pape Thiaw about Diao's participation.
- He described the talk as unpleasant while Diao prepares to represent Senegal.
