The Squirrels’ journey in the tournament came to an end after succumbing to the Teranga Lions at the 30 June Stadium
Benin coach Michel Dussuyer has praised his players despite their 1-0 loss to Senegal in the quarter-final of the competition.
Idrissa Gueye’s 70th-minute strike made the difference at the 30 June Stadium as the Squirrels ended their journey in the biennial tournament.
Despite their elimination, the 60-year-old boss is delighted with the effort of his side in the African finals.
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“Of course the game was a big challenge against Senegal, one of the best teams in Africa but I’m proud of my players,” Dussuyer told Goal.