Senegal Backup Goalkeeper Comments on AFCON Towel Incident

Senegal’s reserve goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf humorously reflected on his role in protecting his teammate’s towel during the chaotic AFCON final victory against Morocco. Although an unused substitute, Diouf played a crucial part as the conditions forced goalkeeper Mendy to frequently dry his gloves, while Morocco attempted to discard the towel. He faced playful challenges from ball boys and even shared a post on Instagram celebrating his winners’ medal alongside the now-famous towel.

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