Senegal's football team get land and cash prizes
Wednesday, February 09, 2022 | 2140 Views |
Each team member received more than $87,000 (£64,000) and plots in the capital, Dakar, and in the neighbouring Diamniadio city during a ceremony at the presidential palace.
President Macky Sall also appointed the team to the Senegal’s prestigious Order of the Lion, with fans cheering outside the gates.
The president had earlier thanked the team for reaching the “summit of Africa” and for bringing “pride and honour that marks great people”.
He also praised the team's coach, Aliou Cissé.
Senegal defeated Egypt 4-2 on penalties, becoming the tournament champions for the first time in their history.
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