AFCON 2021: Chelsea keeper, Mendy jubilant as Senegal wins first ever trophy

Chelsea goalkeeper, Eduoard Mendy has expressed his joy at helping Senegal win their first ever Africa Cup of Nations title.

Sadio Mane put an early penalty miss behind him to score the winning spot kick as the Teranga Lions won 4-2 during the penalty shootout.

Mendy was the hero for Senegal, saving substitute Mohanad Lasheen’s penalty before Mane scored the winning penalty.

“We are proud. We never won it before. We worked really hard to win this trophy and today we won as a group and as a country and that is why I am super proud.

“The shooters in the penalties did really well, I tried to do my best to save one shot and I did that, so I am super happy!” Mane said.

It adds to an incredible haul for Mendy, who has won the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Best Goalkeeper.