Ngouye Sarr (Aigles de la Médina): "We have engraved our names in Senegalese football history"

• Ngouye Sarr, the captain of the Aigles de la Medina speaks with Cafonline.com
• Senegalese side looking to make history on debut
• She received proud words from father and former Senegal international

Ngouye Sarr grew up with a strong football influence during her childhood. She is the daughter of Amadou Moustapha Sarr, a former Senegalese international.

Now 25, Sarr has continuously climbed the ranks of women's football in Senegal and looks to continue her achievement as she prepares to lead her teammates as captain in the upcoming CAF Women's Champions League.

She shares her thoughts on the team’s chances in their debut of the CAF Women’s Champions League.

How do you feel about participating in the CAF Champions League for the first time?

On behalf of the Aigles de la Médina, I would like to thank all the staff and leaders who have worked tirelessly so that we can achieve this result. The CAF Women's Champions League represents an opportunity to measure ourselves with the best teams on the continent, to challenge ourselves, to go beyond ourselves and above all we want to hoist high the colours of our homeland, Senegal which will be represented for the first time in this prestigious competition.

During the playoffs, when did you realise that qualifying for the CAF Women's Champions League was within your reach this year?

The objective that our coach, Mbayang Thiam, had clearly announced was to correct the absence of a Senegalese team in the biggest women’s club competition. With such a persuasive coach with a refined tactical approach, it was easy for us to follow the plan, which we actually achieved. In addition, we approached this WAFU A tournament with great confidence, and our solidarity contributed to our success

How did you celebrate your qualification? How was it perceived in Senegal? Who did you call first when you were qualified?

The celebration of this victory was done in the presence of the entire team. When I mention the team, I mean players, the staff, the leaders and without forgetting our loyal supporters. It was a moment of pure happiness. My father (editor's note: Amadou Moustapha Sarr, former Senegalese international) was the first person I called, he told me that he was very happy and proud of my achievements and that my future in football is bright.

Personally, what does this competition mean for you as a footballer?

This means a lot me and the team. We will compete in order so that we can highlight our talents and enhance our football pedigree. It is also a source of pride, because we are the first Senegalese side to participate in this tournament, marking an important stage in the history of national and continental football. Women's football in Senegal now occupies a significant position in the African football landscape.

What goals has the team set for the competition?  

It is obvious that the tournament will not be easy. Nevertheless, we are driven by ambition, motivation and determination, and no one can impose limits on our dream as a club and individually as players.