Pape Guèye discusses Villarreal career and African Ballon d'Or ambitions

Senegalese midfielder Pape Guèye has shared insights into his professional life and recent career milestones in an interview with Canal+ Sport Afrique. Guèye, who plays for Villarreal in Spain, expressed satisfaction with his decision to remain at the club despite numerous transfer offers during the summer mercato, stating he has regained his best form in an environment that competes for top positions.

Reflecting on his career-defining goal in the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final, Guèye noted how the achievement altered his status both in Senegal and Europe. He also addressed his temporary withdrawal from the national team following the World Cup, attributing his previous actions to emotional reactions.

Regarding the pending decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) concerning the CAN final, Guèye called for peace and unity between Senegal and Morocco, describing the two nations as a family. Looking ahead, the midfielder expressed his ambition to contend for the African Ballon d'Or.