AS Pikine
Wikipedia - AS Pikine
Association Sportive de Pikine or simply AS Pikine is a Senegalese football club based in Pikine. They play at Stade Alassane Djigo, which has a capacity of 10,000.
History
The earlier club was established in 1921 and was called Niayes-Pikine.
The modern club was established in 1970, first known as ASC Niayes-Pikine up to the 2000s. AS Pikine entered Ligue 1 in 2009. They would win their first national championship and cup title at the same time for the 2013/14 season and headed to participate in the CAF Champions league in 2015 and challenged Étoile Filante de Ouagadougou, a club from Burkina Faso and later into the first round where they lost to USM Algiers from Algeria.
In the 2014–15 season, Pikine did not have a successful season, their continued appearance in Ligue 1 vanished after being inside the relegation zone and placed 13th after ASC Port Autonome with 28 points, 4 wins and a staggering 14 losses.
Pikine first appeared in the 2009 edition, the club came in 2011 and won their only League Cup title after defeating Yakaar 2–1. Their second attempt for their second title vanished after the club lost to Niarry Tally 1–0 in the 2012 league cup season.
The club competes in the Senegalese Ligue 1, where it has made a name for itself through a combination of skilled players, strategic gameplay, and a commitment to developing local talent. AS Pikine is recognized for its strong youth academy, which has produced several players who have gone on to achieve success both nationally and internationally.
AS Pikine's home matches are played at the Stade Alassane Ouattara, where the atmosphere is electric, with fans creating a lively environment that showcases the rich football culture of Senegal. The team's motto emphasizes unity, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence, reflecting their ambition to compete for titles and represent their community with pride.
With a focus on teamwork and a strong tactical approach, AS Pikine continues to strive for success in Senegalese football, aiming to leave a lasting legacy in the sport while inspiring the next generation of players.