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#5 Alfred Gomis’ spirited display helped Senegal avoid defeat

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Senegal goalkeeper Alfred Gomis put in an impressive performance that kept his team from defeat at the hands of the five-time world champions.

The 26-year-old, who joined Ligue 1 club Dijon on a four-year deal from Italian outfit SPAL over the summer, was a calm and influencing figure between the sticks for the African side.

Despite picking the ball out from the back of the net early owing to Firmino’s neat finish in the ninth minute, Gomis made up for the shortcoming with a series of crucial saves and interceptions. He time and again thwarted Brazil’s attacks by sensing danger and coming off his line to gather the ball while also making a number of saves to prevent them from adding to their tally.

Gomis, who was on the bench for Dijon’s first two Ligue 1 games, has managed to keep three clean sheets in five matches since being the French club’s number one choice under the bar. His spirited display against Brazil will surely boost his confidence for the remainder of the season.