I would never trade winning AFCON for World Cup qualification – Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has declared that lifting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy carries greater personal significance for him than qualifying for the FIFA World Cup. Speaking ahead of Senegal rsquo;s Group C opener against Botswana later today, the experienced centre-back underscored the unique value of Africa rsquo;s flagship tournament, insisting it deserves far more respect on the global stage.
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has declared that lifting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy carries greater personal significance for him than qualifying for the FIFA World Cup. Speaking ahead of Senegal rsquo;s Group C opener against Botswana later today, the experienced centre-back underscored the unique value of Africa rsquo;s flagship tournament, insisting it deserves far more respect on the global stage.