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Senegal fans say they fear England’s Marcus Rashford as The Sun jets to nation’s capital Dakar ahead of World Cup clash


SENEGAL fans are roaring on their own Lions stars but fear England’s goal predators, including in-form Marcus Rashford.

The two teams share a nickname and The Sun jetted to the West African nation’s capital Dakar to face off against their frenzied followers and the fly the St George’s flag.

World Cup fever has gripped Senegal – but they fear England’s starsCredit: Louis Wood
The Sun visited Senegal – the team known as the Lions of Teranga.Credit: Louis Wood

We also visited a wildlife reserve to see if their lions are up for the fight.

World Cup fever has gripped Senegal, with everyone cheering on the team known as the Lions of Teranga.

After their Africa Cup of Nations glory last year, the Senegalese are now hunting football’s biggest prize.

But they fear the threat of our Three Lions, especially as they are missing star man Sadio Mané.

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Health and safety trainer Ernest, 34, said: “We fear Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane and Phil Foden.

“They can score at any moment because they are top players.

“I am a little bit worrying about Senegal not winning.”

But Alioune, 40, said: “Senegal 3, England 0, because Senegal are African men and are strong.”

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It is estimated 17million Senegalese, almost the entire population, will be watching at fan zones.

Senegal qualified for the last 16 after wins over Qatar and Ecuador.

England star Marcus Rashford is the player Senegal fans fear the mostCredit: AP


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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