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Senegal's Gueye Celebrates AFCON Win, Eyes World Cup Glory

1/25/2026

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Pape Gueye (Senegal international) reflected on Senegal's AFCON 2025 victory over Morocco and noted that he consoled Moroccan player Brahim Diaz after Diaz's missed penalty.
Gueye scored the decisive goal after Senegal refocused following a brief protest of a Moroccan penalty, earning Man of the Match honors.
Looking ahead, he said Senegal can compete with top teams, including France, at the 2026 World Cup.

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Pape Gueye (Senegal international) reflected on Senegal's AFCON 2025 victory over Morocco and noted that he consoled Moroccan player Brahim Diaz after Diaz's missed penalty.
Gueye scored the decisive goal after Senegal refocused following a brief protest of a Moroccan penalty, earning Man of the Match honors.
Looking ahead, he said Senegal can compete with top teams, including France, at the 2026 World Cup.