"You are selfish": Kalidou Koulibaly's surprising outburst after the defeat against France

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Senegal

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"You are selfish": Kalidou Koulibaly's surprising outburst after the defeat against France

Senegal's defeat against France sparked debates after Kalidou Koulibaly's post-match comments. He admitted that he, Idy, and Pape Gueye were not at 100% fitness. His statements ignited social media, with fans criticizing the decision to play key players who were less than fully fit.

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