Senegal ascended to the top of Africa, and for all this, Aliou-Cisse spent 20 years. After the victory over Egypt, Cisse burst into tears and danced, many fans saw the coach's inner emotions for the first time, in the eyes of the media, he has always been calm and smart, the dialogue is clear and accurate, almost no one has seen his emotional side.
Always a coach with a straight face
This is Cisse's fifth Nations Cup, and he was a player in 2000 and 2002, followed by three consecutive appearances as manager. It also proves that Senegal, unlike other African countries, has a rare persistence and patience. What's more, Cisse is a stoic man who has endured too much criticism along the way.
After the match, Fadiga, who was the technical commissioner of the African Football Federation, and Diouf, the team's adviser, could not hide their excitement and warmly embraced Cisse, the three teammates who created the Senegalese miracle in the 2002 World Cup, and finally froze their previous suspicions. Previously, they had all been the most persistent critics, "provoking" Cisse in various channels. "This team has the ability to win the Africa Cup of Nations, but it can't be achieved if Aliou continues to be in charge", Diouf was still a staunch "opponent" 2 years ago, but he still underestimated his teammates too much.
The criticisms inspired not only Cisse but also the players, "I think this guy deserves all the success because he's the most stressful of all the coaches I've ever seen in my life, he's been criticized the most, but he's never given up," And Mane attributed the credit for the team's win to Cisse. Cisse is a serious disciplinarian who insists on working hard, punctual and focused. On the African continent, such people are like outliers.
Artisans from the outskirts of Paris
Cissé was born in Ziginsauer, traveled to France at the age of nine, and lived in Champigne-sur-Marne on the outskirts of Paris. Interestingly, Cissé's neighbor at the time was named Djamel Belmadi, who led Algeria to victory in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019. "When I was a kid, I used to go to the Parc des Princes (the home of the Grand Paris) to see Safit Susic, Waldo, and my dream was to play for Paris Saint-Germain. A lot of young people from the suburbs dream of joining the team's academy, but I didn't get a chance. ”
Cisse got his chances in Lille and eventually completed his dream, and in 1998 he moved to Paris, "I played with great players like Okocha and Ronaldo Jr. I learned a lot when I was a young player. "
What really changed Cisse's fate was the 2002 World Cup in South Korea and Japan, when Senegal defeated defending champions France in the first match, and Cisse was the captain of the team. The team reached the quarter-finals and became a famous dark horse in the history of the World Cup.
Cisse then had the opportunity to play in England, playing in Birmingham and Portsmouth, but his life changed dramatically, with 12 of his family members killed in a shipwreck that made Cisse depressed. In his career, he has never been a star actor, and many consider him a rigorous "craftsman".
Tighten the reins of the lion
At the 2012 London Olympics, Cisse was Diouf's main force, and then he worked with Gireser. However, in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, the Senegalese group was eliminated, and Cisse ushered in its own era.
Since then, Cissé has been quietly blazing its own trail. Senegal has qualified for the Nations Cup three times in a row and has appeared on the pitch of the World Cup in Russia. He coached the Tranga Lions in 71 games, with a record of 46 wins, 16 draws and 9 defeats.
"We dedicate this victory to the people of Senegal and we are always chasing the first star (the championship logo)." Senegal's victory drove the country into madness, with a national holiday of celebrations and thousands of people greeting the triumph of the team on the streets of Dakar, "There will be more stars on our jerseys." Our next game will be just as good. "In the upcoming World Cup play-offs, Senegal will once again tie up with Egypt and Cisse looks ready. (Supine Braces/zz)