The Contenders · Nation to Glory
Take Senegal to Glory
“powerful champions of Africa”
The press pack calls Senegal talent in every position, chips on every shoulder, and files them as powerful champions of Africa. The bookmakers put them in the contenders at 16/1 – 40/1.
▶ Play as Senegal
- The bookmakers
- The Contenders — 16/1 – 40/1
- The federation's target
- The quarter-finals
- Your spine, as your predecessor's notes describe it
- In goal, Tony Sylva, but taller. At the back, Aliou Cissé, but he smiles. Running midfield, Khalilou Fadiga, but with sturdier ankles. Up front, El Hadji Diouf, but diplomatic.
One World Cup, forty-odd decisions, no second leg. Pick the shape, name the squad, make the calls from the touchline, and see how far Senegal can go. Free to play, one sitting, no sign-up.
▶ Play as Senegal
The Favourites · 6/1 – 12/1
The Contenders · 16/1 – 40/1
The Dark Horses · 66/1 – 150/1
The Outsiders · 250/1 – 500/1
The Improbables · 1000/1 and drifting