In his statement, the 30-year-old striker reflected on his journey wearing the Lions of Teranga jersey, mentioning that this was a well-considered decision and not taken lightly.
Senegalese international striker Cherif Ndiaye announced this Sunday the end of his adventure with the national team of Senegal. The scorer shared his decision in an emotional message.
In his statement, the 30-year-old striker reflected on his journey wearing the Lions of Teranga jersey, mentioning that this was a well-considered decision and not taken lightly. He emphasized the pride of having worn the national colors, which he considers one of the greatest honors of his career.
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The Dakar native recalled the joys, challenges, and memories accumulated throughout his selections, saying he takes with him “an immense pride and deep gratitude.” He concluded his message with a striking phrase: he leaves the jersey, but never his country. Trained at Grand Yoff FC, Cherif Ndiaye made his first selection for the senior team in 2024, during the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. His time with the Lions was notably marked by his participation in the 2025 AFCON, where he scored his first goal for the national team against Botswana.
In full, Cherif Ndiaye’s message:
“There are decisions that are never taken lightly…
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Today, an important chapter of my life turns.
Wearing this jersey, defending these colors, and representing Senegal will forever remain one of the greatest honors of my career.
Joy, challenges, emotions, memories…
I take everything with me, but above all, an immense pride and deep gratitude.
Today, my adventure with the Lions stops here.
I leave the jersey, but never my country.”