ABU DHABI- Facinet Conté is preparing to take part in his first African Cup of Nations, he who is still only 18 years old and who is predicted to have a very bright footballing future. The young striker serves Bastia in the French Second Division and has scored 5 goals this season in 13 matches played.
Summoned by coach Kaba Diawara, Facinet Conté says he is more than determined and focused on the CAN which starts on January 13 in Ivory Coast. The young great hope addressed several subjects on the Feguifoot website, in particular on the choice of Guinea to the detriment of France.
« Initially, my adoptive father wanted me to play for France. Afterwards I spoke with him, since I am Guinean, my parents are Guinean. I am an orphan of both father and mother. To pay tribute to my parents and my grandmother, it is a duty to play for Guinea. It’s a pride for me to wear the Syli National jersey”
Since your selection for the CAN, have you received messages from Guinea. Do you feel the excitement in the country?
« I uninstalled my messaging on the phone because I want to concentrate on CAN. I receive a lot of messages. Since we came to Abu Dhabi, I haven’t spoken to my family because I told them that I need to concentrate in order to give my best. So I have to concentrate 100% on the CAN. I just talk to my agent who gives me advice. He tells me that even if I’m given 10 minutes, I have to prove ”
