“It was the final straw”: Pape Guèye recounts his difficult World Cup

Senegalese midfielder Pape Guèye described on Canal+’s Talents d’Afrique the sacrifices he made to prepare for the World Cup, including a full season focused on his fitness and medical support team. He alluded to internal events that he believes disrupted the Lions’ campaign. The match against Belgium, his early substitution and the ensuing defeat caused intense frustration, which he called “the final straw” after a buildup of emotions.