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2022 in Senegal
Explore 27 historical events and records for Senegal in 2022.
Historical records for Senegal in 2022
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Africa Cup of Nations Best Player
Sadio Mané receives the player-of-the-tournament award after leading Senegal to the Africa Cup of Nations championship. His goals and attacking influence prove essential throughout the campaign.
Bayern Munich Senegal International
Bouna Sarr is selected for Senegal's successful 2022 Africa Cup of Nations squad. The Bayern Munich full-back provides depth and senior European club experience.
Chelsea Centre Back Signing
Kalidou Koulibaly leaves Napoli for Chelsea after a distinguished Serie A career. His experience is intended to reinforce the Premier League club's central defence.
First Senegalese African Title in Goal
Édouard Mendy keeps goal during Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations final against Egypt. The goalless contest ends in a shootout victory for Senegal.
Milan Fullback in Senegal Squad
Fodé Ballo-Touré is included in Senegal's World Cup squad after winning the Italian league with AC Milan. The tournament offers him another major international assignment.
Olympiacos Defender Selected for World Cup
Pape Abou Cissé represents Senegal in the Qatar World Cup squad. The centre-back arrives with experience of European competition at Olympiacos.
Pafos Midfielder at Qatar Finals
Moustapha Name joins Senegal's squad for the 2022 World Cup. The midfielder has developed his senior club career across France and Cyprus.
Qatar World Cup Senegal Selection
Krépin Diatta represents Senegal at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The national team progresses from its group before losing to England in the round of sixteen.
Queens Park Rangers Keeper at African Finals
Seny Dieng is part of the Senegal squad that wins the Africa Cup of Nations. His international recognition follows performances for Queens Park Rangers in the English Championship.
Rayo Vallecano Player in Senegal Squad
Pathé Ciss is named in Senegal's World Cup squad while playing for Rayo Vallecano. His inclusion strengthens the national team's central midfield options.
Salernitana Serie A Loan
Boulaye Dia arrives at Salernitana on loan from Villarreal. His goals soon make him one of the Italian club's most influential attacking players.
Senegal Africa Cup Goalkeeping Depth
Alfred Gomis is a member of Senegal's squad as the national team wins the Africa Cup of Nations. The goalkeeper supplies an experienced alternative to Édouard Mendy.
Senegal African Championship Midfielder
Idrissa Gueye helps Senegal win the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time. His midfield experience supports a team that defeats Egypt in a penalty shootout.
Senegal Continental Championship Squad
Nampalys Mendy contributes in midfield during Senegal's victorious Africa Cup of Nations campaign. The title is the nation's first in the competition.
Senegal Defence in Ecuador Decider
Abdou Diallo is part of Senegal's defence in the pivotal World Cup group victory over Ecuador. The win secures a knockout-stage place for the African champions.
Senegal Opening Goal Against Qatar
Boulaye Dia scores Senegal's first goal in the 2022 World Cup with a low finish against hosts Qatar. Senegal go on to win 3-1 and revive their qualification hopes.
Sheffield United Creative Breakthrough
Iliman Ndiaye becomes an increasingly influential forward at Sheffield United. His close control and combination play help drive the club's promotion ambitions.
Strasbourg Striker Named for Qatar
Habib Diallo joins Senegal's squad for the 2022 World Cup. His selection reflects goal-scoring performances in France's top division.
Transfer to Bayern Munich
Sadio Mane leaves Liverpool to take up a new playing role with Bayern Munich. Bayern recruited the Senegal forward after his successful Liverpool career and AFCON triumph.
Villarreal Emerging Forward
Nicolas Jackson establishes himself as an emerging Senegalese forward at Villarreal. His rapid development in Spanish football attracts interest from leading European clubs.
Winning Africa Cup Shootout Kick
Sadio Mané converts Senegal's decisive penalty against Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations final. His successful kick seals the nation's first continental title.
Winning World Cup Goal Against Ecuador
Kalidou Koulibaly volleys in Senegal's decisive second goal against Ecuador. The 2-1 victory sends his side into the World Cup knockout stage.
World Cup Goal Against Qatar
Bamba Dieng comes off the bench to score Senegal's third goal against Qatar. His finish secures a 3-1 victory after the hosts had reduced the deficit.
World Cup Header Against Qatar
Famara Diédhiou scores with a headed finish as Senegal defeat Qatar 3-1. The goal doubles Senegal's lead in a crucial group-stage match.
World Cup Right Back Against Ecuador
Youssouf Sabaly helps Senegal protect their narrow lead against Ecuador at the World Cup. A 2-1 victory sees the African side qualify for the last sixteen.
Young Midfielder at Qatar World Cup
Pape Matar Sarr is selected for Senegal's 2022 World Cup squad. His international recognition follows promising development in French and English club football.
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