Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye says he will step away from international football as long as the current coaching staff remains, following a 3-2 extra-time loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 32.
Belgium rallied from 2-0 down against Senegal in Seattle with late goals from Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans, then won in extra time after a VAR penalty — a wild finish that reopened old wounds for the African side.
Romelu Lukaku warns Belgium that Senegal will be one of their hardest World Cup tests yet, citing technical quality, physical edge, and a deep roster. Kevin De Bruyne adds that the Lions of Teranga belong among Africa's elite.
Former Liverpool star El-Hadji Diouf reminded the Senegal squad that they must be mentally and physically ready for their Round of 16 clash with Belgium, while Belgian defender Zeno Debast warned his teammates not to underestimate the African champions.
Robin Suraka's red card in the 13th minute proved the turning point, as Iraq's defense completely unraveled after going down to ten men; Senegal made halftime adjustments and scored four straight goals, reigniting their World Cup group stage qualification hopes.
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