Edouard Mendy retires from Senegal national team
Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has announced his retirement from international football after an eight-year career. Mendy, who plays for Al-Ahli, was a key figure in Senegal's 2021 Africa Cup of Nations victory and represented the nation at two World Cups.
Why it matters
Mendy was a prominent figure in African football, and his departure marks the end of a successful era for the Senegal national team.
--> Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy of Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli has announced his retirement from the Senegal national team after eight years with the national side. MyJoyOnline reports .
The 34-year-old footballer confirmed the decision in a video published on Instagram on Saturday. The post was accompanied by the message “Thank you, Senegal.” The video compiled episodes from his appearances for the national team.
Mendy made his national team debut in 2018 under then-head coach Aliou Cissé. In total, he made 59 appearances for Senegal, conceded 34 goals and kept 31 clean sheets.
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