Chelsea’s Mamadou Sarr names three World Cup heroes

Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr has revealed the three footballers he considers his World Cup heroes during the 2026 tournament.

The 20‑year‑old is currently with the Senegal national team at the World Cup, though he has yet to play for the Teranga Lions, having been an unused substitute in matches against Senegal and Norway.

Sarr hopes to earn a spot in Senegal’s final Group I match on Friday.

When asked about his World Cup heroes, Sarr told Chelsea’s website, “There is Lionel Messi, Sadio Mane, and Paul Pogba – with Pogba he is a leader.”

“He has the right mentality in the group to lead,” Sarr added.