Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has described Senegal’s World Cup clash with France as a contest in which “Africa will have beaten Africa” regardless of the outcome.
Speaking ahead of the Group E encounter, Sonko pointed to the large number of players of African origin in the French squad, saying the match highlights Africa’s contribution to global talent. He argued that Africa’s resources, youthful population and strategic location give the continent significant global importance.
Sonko added that these realities should influence conversations about migration, development and relations between African nations and Western countries. His comments came during a wider discussion on Senegal’s politics, economy and regional cooperation.
