Senegal World Cup Hero Bouba Diop Dies Aged 42

Senegal legend and former Portsmouth and Fulham midfielder Papa Bouba Diop passed away on Sunday at the age of 42.

Diop secured his place in his country's history by scoring the winner against reigning champions France in their first ever World Cup game in 2002.

Senegal went on to reach the quarter-finals.

"FIFA is saddened to learn of the passing of Senegal legend Papa Bouba Diop. Once a World Cup hero, always a World Cup hero," Fifa said in a statement.

"We are devastated to hear news reports this evening that Papa Bouba Diop has passed away, aged 42," Fulham said.