Senegalese forward Sambou Somé offered his thoughts and prayers to the Moroccan people after his team’s 1-1 draw against Rwanda in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Sunday night.
“Une penssec pieuse au peuple marocain,” Somé wrote on Twitter. “#Maroc #SEN #AFCON”
The message, which translates to “A pious thought for the Moroccan people,” was met with widespread support from fans and pundits alike. Many praised Somé for his sportsmanship and his gesture of goodwill towards Morocco, which is Senegal’s biggest rival in the region.
The draw against Rwanda leaves Senegal in top place in qualifying Group. The top two teams in each group will qualify for the AFCON finals, which will be held in Ivory Coast next year.
Somé’s message is a reminder of the importance of sportsmanship and respect, even in the heat of competition. It is also a sign of the growing friendship between Senegal and Morocco, two countries that have a long history of rivalry.
