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Afcon 2019: We are ready for Uganda - Senegal coach Aliou Cisse

Senegal coach Aliou Cisse believes his side is battle-ready for their Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 clash with Uganda on Friday.

The Teranga Lions reached the knockout stage of the competition after finishing second in Group C with six points, following their victories over Tanzania and Kenya and a defeat to Algeria.

Although Cisse admitted the Cranes will be difficult, he is optimistic the Teranga Lions can win the game as he sets his sights on securing qualification for the quarterfinals.

“We are ready.