16 Édouard Mendy
Édouard Mendy, 1992-03-01, Goalkeeper for Senegal, plays for Al-Ahli. 45 international caps, 0 goals. Part of Senegal's 2026 World Cup Group I squad.
Biography
2021 Champions League winner and Senegal's number one. Currently plying his trade at Al-Ahli, a commanding presence between the posts, Édouard Mendy is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Senegal. Has earned 45 international caps, building significant international experience. Born in 1992, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Senegal at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 3 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
He helped Senegal to another second-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
He helped his nation win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, while also being named the tournament's best goalkeeper, keeping a clean sheet in the final.
He was also awarded both the UEFA Goalkeeper of the Year and The Best FIFA Goalkeeper of 2021, becoming the first African goalkeeper in football's history to win both awards.
In 2020, Mendy signed for Premier League club Chelsea for a reported fee of £22 million.
However, he subsequently switched allegiance to Senegal, where he became the first-choice goalkeeper for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, helping Senegal to a runners-up finish.