Patrice Vieira defended Gueye and Koulibaly at a press conference after Senegal defeated Comoros 1-0.

Vieira had a heated exchange with a journalist during the press conference after the journalist used the phrase "past it" to describe Gueye and Koulibaly.

Vieira said: "That is disrespectful. You should not repeat statements like that from outsiders. You are talking about two players who have made and continue to make history for Senegal."

Vieira added: "You cannot use language like that. Even if people outside say it, you journalists have a duty to change that narrative. You saw their performance today, yet you still call them past-it players. This is unacceptable. I will not accept this disrespect. They are role models on and off the pitch."

Vieira then suggested the journalist "ask the question differently." He said: "I am not starting a war. I am simply pointing out something that is unacceptable. We are talking about two players who have been at the highest level for years. If they are still here, it means they are capable of representing Senegal."

Thanks to Iliman Ndiaye, who scored in front of his former club, Senegal extended their unbeaten run under Vieira. Despite Senegal's performance not being entirely convincing, they secured their second consecutive victory, following earlier draws with Mozambique and a win against Ethiopia in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

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