Aliou Cissé

Football coach and former player for Senegal

Aliou Cissé - Football coach and former player for Senegal
Born

March 24th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Senegal

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A prominent figure in Senegalese football, this individual played as a defender for the national team from 2000 to 2002. After finishing his playing career, transitioned into coaching, taking the helm of the Senegal national team in 2015. Guided the team to the Africa Cup of Nations title in 2021, marking a significant achievement in Senegalese football history. Under his leadership, the team also qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2018 and 2022.

Led Senegal to the Africa Cup of Nations title in 2021

Served as a defender for the Senegal national team

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