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Former Fulham and Portsmouth midfielder Papa Bouba Diop - one of the heroes of Senegal's run to the World Cup quarter-finals in 2002 after winner in opening game against France - dies at 42 after long illness

Former Senegal international Papa Bouba Diop has passed away after a long illness at the age of 42.

Diop was one of the heroes of Senegal's memorable run to the 2002 World Cup quarter-finals after scoring the only goal in a shock 1-0 victory over holders France in their opening game.

The former midfielder played for Fulham and Portsmouth in the Premier League - winning the FA Cup win Pompey in 2008.

Former Senegal international Papa Bouba Diop has passed away at age of 42 after long illness
Diop scored the winner in a famous 1-0 win for Senegal against France at the 2002 World Cup

He was also a member of Pompey's triumphant 2008 FA Cup side, being introduced by manager Harry Redknapp as a late substitute in the 1-0 Final victory over Cardiff City.