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Last Saturday Senegal lost their opening game of the 2012 African Cup of Nations. The surprise 2-1 defeat to Zambia has left the Lions of Teranga with a lot of work to do in order Allen Craig Jersey to qualify from group A. Here is a few of the key men they will look towards to a sure their pa sage through to the knockout stage. DEMBA BAThe Newcastle striker has been a total revelation this season. A free from West Ham in the summer, Ba has been in fantastic scoring form for the Magpies, netting 15 times before his departure tothe Cup of Nationsearlier this month. Amongst his impre sive goal haul has been two hat-tricks Brad Hand Jersey , as well as some memorable strikes, including a fine volley against Manchester United.Papi s Demba Ci s Recently signed by Newcastle to partner his Senegalese counterpart Demba Ba in attack, Ci s had been a prolific scorer for SC Freiburg in Germany. His 22 goals in the Bundesliga last season had attracted interest from several clubs acro s Europe,but it was Newcastle that got their man earlier this month. Ci s has a goal scoring record for Senegal that currently stands at being better than a goal every other game, and his national team will be hoping this record continues.Mou sa SowAnother Senegalese striker that has impre sed in Europe, Sow has been a consistent goal Rickey Henderson Jersey scorer for French champions Lille in Ligue 1. The 26 year-old was in fantastic form last season, scoring 25 goals as his side captured the French domestic double. Due to his eye-catching performances, Sow is often linked with a move away from Lille, but as of yet, a transfer has failed to materialise. The Lions of Teranga will be hoping that Sows fine scoring form for his club can be replicated for his national side.Dame NDoyeAnother one of Senegals highly rated front line, NDoye is a regular scorer for FC Copenhagen. His impre sive return of 25 goals in 31 games last season helped his side secure the 2011 Danish Superliga. Wil Myers Jersey His goal on Saturday against Zambia showed the strikers strength in technique and finishing, and Senegal will be hoping theres more of the same to come.Ludovic SanHuge physical presence, the 6 ft 4in Bordeaux starwill probably occupy the holding midfield role for Senegal, and could play a vital role in his sides midfield battles. San, a relative newcomer to the national set-up, could be a pleasant surprise to Senegals followers and has the potential to be one of their key players.Souleymane DiawaraThe Marseille defender, formerly of Charlton Athletic in the Premier League, is one of the most experienced players in the Senegal squad. Diawara will bring with him a commanding presence Tyson Ross Jersey , as well as organisational skills and experience that could be invaluable in Senegals quest for glory.Mohamed DiamPlays for Wigan Athletic in the Premier League, Diam is a defensive midfielder. He has an abundance of energy as well as a commanding presence in the centre of midfield. He also has a good range of pa sing, something that isnt always easy on Wigans often bobbly pitch.Senegals main strength lies in attack, where they boast a plethora of talent. If these key men can perform, then Senegal may taste glory in their continents premier international tournament for the first time.