Chelsea star Kalidou Koulibaly has received several praise for his performance during Senegal victory over Ecuador.
The former Napoli who is the captain of the Teranga Lions was instrumental to their qualification into the round of 16 in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022.
Senegal's Teranga Lions have advanced to the 2022 FIFA World Cup's round of 16 in Qatar.
On November 29, 2022, Senegal defeated Ecuador 2-1 in their final Group A match.
There were few chances in the first half; Senegal scored first when Ismaila Sarr converted a penalty kick in the 44th minute.
Senegal led at halftime, and Ecuador started making chances in the second half.
In the 68th minute, Moises Caicedo converted a cross from Felix Torres to give Ecuador the lead.
Senegal regained the lead after Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly capitalized on a deflection.
Senegal would come through in the end to win three points and advance to the tournament's round of 16 for the first time since 2002.
Watford forward Ismaila Sarr rose to the highest point of the patterns as he moved forward to take the principal punishment without a trace of Sadio Mane
The 24-year-old procured was the prevailing going after force in the game giving an outlet to go through for Senegal.
In the decisive match against Ecuador, Koulibaly, captain of the team, wore a special armband in honor of Papa Bouba Diop, a former international who passed away exactly two years ago.
The Chelsea defender scored the goal that gave Senegal the victory, so the decision was right.
Senegal advanced to the round of 16 for the first time since 2002 thanks to Koulibaly's goal, which was recognized for his contribution.
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