Aliou Cissé, the big scare

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By: Manu Tournoux

Aliou Cissé, the big scare

Senegal coach Aliou Cissé had to be rushed to hospital after the victory over Cameroon.

Aliou Cissé (47 years old) fell ill on Friday evening and was transported to the Saint-Joseph Moscati Catholic hospital in Yamoussoukro. He would still be there, 24 hours after the incident.

The Senegalese are worried about Cissé

The former Senegal captain received treatment and had to spend the night in hospital due to his condition. According to Wiw Sport, the coach fell ill moments after the post-match press conference and was quickly rushed to the nearest medical center.

Cissé is expected to join the team on Saturday, in order to prepare for his team’s third match in the African Cup of Nations. A match planned against Guinea. A duel which will have at stake 1e chicken place.

After leading Senegal to the title of African champion in 2021, the former PSG hopes to offer a new continental title to the Lions of Téranga.

The victory over Cameroon, five-time world champions, ensures the Senegalese qualify for the knockout phase of the competition even before the third round of pools.

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.