Senegalese in USA celeberate AFCON 2021 win in New York

By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: February 7, 2022 | 10:17 AM GMT

Senegalese citizens were seen rejoicing in the streets of Harlem, New York, after their national team won the country’s first African Cup of Nations.
Senegal won the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in their history on Sunday, February 6, after defeating Egypt on penalties. Senegal won the shootout 4-2 after Sadio Mane scored the game-winning penalty after missing a penalty in the first half.
After extra time, the final score was 0-0. Senegalese nationals were seen waving their country’s flag and yelling “champions” as they celebrated in the streets of Harlem.

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About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.