Senegal and Chelsea goalkeeper Édouard Mendy made history by becoming the first African goalkeeper to win FIFA’s 2021 award for being the Best Men’s Keeper. Receiving praise from all quarters, Mendy spoke to Senegalese media about his pride in receiving the award in comments reported by BBC Sport Africa. The 29-year-old, who just returned from Covid-19 to make his first start for Senegal at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, also speaks about keeping his focus on helping the Teranga Lions win their first AFCON.
Edouard Mendy: Best Fifa award gives Chelsea and Senegal keeper ‘immense pride’
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