World Cup Heartbreak for Senegal as Captain Koulibaly Suffers Season-Ending Injury

Senegal’s World Cup preparations have been dealt a major setback after captain Kalidou Koulibaly was ruled out for the rest of the season with Al Hilal. Medical assessments confirm he cannot return before the Saudi Pro League campaign ends, forcing him to miss key fixtures including the King’s Cup final and a pivotal clash with Al Nassr. Attention now turns to the Lions of Teranga as they prepare for Group I at the 2026 World Cup alongside France, Norway and Iraq. The national team’s staff remain hopeful of a late recovery, but time is running out before the tournament kicks off.

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