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England face off against Senegal in a huge World Cup Round of 16 clash at the Al Bayt Stadium at 7pm on Sunday (GMT).

The African Cup of Nations champions faced a huge blow on the eve of the tournament when their talisman and key player Sadio Mane was ruled out through injury.

However, there are several other stars in Aliou Cisse's squad who have stepped up during their memorable run to the knockout stages.

In light of that, Sportsmail takes a look at the members of Senegal's squad that are likely to pose a danger to England on Sunday.   

The Chelsea goalkeeper was claiming benefits in France at the age of 22 after his deal with Cherbourg expired. Eight years on, he is seen as one of the best shot-stoppers in the game, and won FIFA’s best goalkeeper award in 2021. 

One of several Senegal players born in France, the full back won the Under-20 World Cup with Les Bleus before switching. Made his name with Bordeaux before joining Real Betis last year, with whom he won a surprise Copa del Rey. 

Named in the Serie A team of the year four times in a row before joining Chelsea for £33million last summer. The physically imposing centre half sparked international headlines by standing up to the racism he suffered from fans while playing for Napoli.