# Senegalese footballers in European competitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/senegalese-footballers-in-european-competitions > Updated: 2026-10-26T00:24:34.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 4. Senegalese international footballers have seen varying levels of success across major European leagues and competitions. In September 2026, Pape Gueye and Nicolas Jackson achieved notable individual milestones. Gueye scored two goals for Villarreal in a match against Malaga, while Jackson recorded his first Premier League goal for Aston Villa in a game against Tottenham. During the UEFA Champions League league phase in October 2026, performances remained varied. Pape Gueye provided a strong midfield presence for Villarreal against Napoli, recording eight ball recoveries. Mamadou Diakhon contributed to a 4-3 victory for Club Brugge over Inter Milan, appearing as a significant substitute. However, other players faced setbacks, including Ismail Jakobs and Galatasaray in a 4-1 loss to FC Barcelona, Abdallah Sima and Lens in a 2-0 defeat to Sporting Portugal, and Lille in a 3-0 loss to Arsenal. Later in October 2026, results across domestic leagues continued to fluctuate. In Belgium, El Hadji Seck scored twice for Gent in the Coupe de Belgique, though the team was eliminated on penalties following a 3-3 draw. In England, Iliman Ndiaye provided an assist for Manchester City in a 3-2 win over Ipswich Town, and Nicolas Jackson secured a 1-0 victory for Aston Villa against Newcastle. Conversely, Ismaïla Sarr was an unused substitute during Crystal Palace’s 0-5 loss to Brighton. In France, Moussa Niakhaté captained Lyon to a 2-1 win over Nice, while Lamine Camara and Sadibou Sané suffered a 0-1 defeat with Monaco against Lorient. By late October, Nicolas Jackson led Aston Villa to a 2-1 victory over Manchester City with two goals, assisted by Ibrahim Mbaye. Iliman Ndiaye also recorded an assist for Erling Haaland during that match. In France, Boulaye Dia scored for Rennes, and several other players including Mouhamed Ndiaye, Saliou Faye, Ibrahima Cissé, and Massiré Sylla recorded goals. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Senegalese footballers perform in European leagues Senegalese players saw success in Europe, highlighted by Nicolas Jackson’s brace for Aston Villa and Boulaye Dia’s goal for Rennes, while Pape Gueye discusses his African Ballon d’Or candidacy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegalese-footballers-perform-in-european-leagues ### 2026-10-18: Senegalese footballers see mixed results in European leagues Senegalese players saw varied results in Europe, highlighted by El Hadji Seck's brace in Belgium and Iliman Ndiaye's assist for Manchester City in the Premier League. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegalese-footballers-see-mixed-results-in-european-leagues ### 2026-10-13: Senegalese players see mixed results in Champions League action Senegalese players saw varied fortunes in the Champions League: Pape Gueye and Mamadou Diakhon starred for Villarreal and Club Brugge, while Ismail Jakobs and Abdallah Sima faced defeats. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegalese-players-see-mixed-results-in-champions-league-action ### 2026-09-18: Senegalese players Pape Gueye and Nicolas Jackson score in Europe Senegalese internationals Pape Gueye scored twice for Villarreal against Malaga, while Nicolas Jackson netted his first Premier League goal for Aston Villa against Tottenham. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegalese-players-pape-gueye-and-nicolas-jackson-score-in-europe --- Cite as: Senegalese footballers in European competitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/senegalese-footballers-in-european-competitions