Brazil, Senegal and International Friendly
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Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil are back in the win column with a 2-0 win over Senegal at the Emirates Stadium in London on Saturday.
Senegal's finance ministry told investors it will pay back its debts and continue its talks with the International Monetary Fund as the nation braces for a key credit rating decision from S&P Global later on Friday.
As negotiations between Dakar and the IMF stall – and tensions rise at the apex of the state – Senegal’s euro- and dollar-denominated bonds are tumbling, illustrating investors’ growing mistrust of the country.
A rift in Senegal’s ruling coalition risks overshadowing key International Monetary Fund talks and a potential debt restructuring, after the government uncovered billions of dollars in hidden borrowing.
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Carlo Ancelotti shares what surprised him about Estevao after goalscoring display vs Senegal
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted that he was pleasantly surprised by Chelsea star Estevao's talent as he praised the winger's performance.
Probable lineups for Senegal vs UgandaSenegal/@FSFAfter the showdown between Mali and Zambia (3-1), another thrilling all-African clash will light up the Round of 16 at the U17 World Cup.Indeed,
Credit ratings agency S&P on Friday downgraded Senegal's long-term sovereign credit rating to "CCC+" from "B-", citing the precarious debt position of the West African country. It also placed Senegal's ratings on "CreditWatch developing",