By James Copnall BBC Sport

Stephan plays down chances to win next Nations Cup in Tunisia

Stephan said his players should not be caught up in post-qualification euphoria.

"Let's take things one at a time and savour this qualification.

"Tunisia is a long time away, and many things will change before we play in the tournament," Stephan told BBC Sport in Dakar.

Senegal, yet to win an African title, will be appearing in their ninth finals.

"That might sound good, but Tunisia will be the 24th Nations Cup tournament.

"It means we have missed the finals 15 times, so historically, Senegal is not a great African footballing nation," Stephan pointed out.

Despite the manager's warning, Senegalese fans think the Lions will lift the Nations Cup trophy in Tunisia.