Cherif Ndiaye announces his retirement from international football

The 30-year-old striker will no longer represent Senegal at international level.

Cherif Ndiaye will no longer play for the Senegal national team. Although he only received his first call-up in 2024, the centre-forward has decided to retire.

His time with the Lions of Teranga was marked by his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Cherif Ndiaye has made 19 appearances for the Senegalese national team, scoring four goals.

He announced the end of his international career in a message.

“Today, an important chapter in my life is coming to a close.

“Wearing this shirt, defending these colours and representing Senegal will forever remain one of the greatest honours of my career.

“Joys, trials, emotions, memories...

“I take it all with me, but above all, immense pride and deep gratitude.

“Today, my journey with the Lions ends here.

“I am hanging up the shirt, but never my country.”