Senegal sent a powerful message to the football world yesterday, Saturday, March 28, 2026. Before their friendly against Peru at the Stade de France, the squad defiantly paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy around the pitch—a bold protest against CAF's recent controversial decision to strip them of the title and award it to Morocco.
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Once the ball started rolling, the "Lions of Teranga" proved their class on the field, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory to kick off their March international window.
The Match Breakdown: Clinical Senegal
Despite the off-field drama, Senegal remained professional and dominant throughout the 90 minutes in Saint-Denis.
41’ - The Breakthrough: 18-year-old PSG sensation Ibrahim Mbaye showcased his explosive pace on the wing, delivering a pinpoint cross for Nicolas Jackson. The Bayern Munich striker made no mistake, slotting home from close range.
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54’ - The Doubler: Shortly after halftime, Ismaïla Sarr doubled the lead with a clinical finish from the center of the box, effectively ending any hopes of a Peruvian comeback.
Defensive Solidity: Led by Moussa Niakhaté and captain Kalidou Koulibaly, the Senegalese defense limited Peru to just one shot on target all afternoon.
The "Stolen" Trophy Protest
The pre-match lap of honor with the trophy served as a visual "appeal" to the fans. Senegal has officially taken their case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), arguing that their walk-off during the January final was a justified protest against officiating.
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