The Football Federation of Senegal (FSF) has dismissed coach Pape Thiaw and his entire technical staff following the performance of the national team, the “Lions of Teranga,” at the 2026 World Cup. The decision was formalized during a meeting of the FSF Executive Committee in Dakar, marking the end of Thiaw’s tenure as the national team’s permanent coach, less than two years after his appointment. Despite the dismissal, the team’s participation included notable achievements.
Senegal successfully qualified for the round of 16, having earned passage through the best third-place teams. During the group stage, the Senegalese squad experienced defeats against France and Norway. However, they demonstrated resilience with a convincing 5-0 victory over Iraq.
The team’s campaign concluded in the knockout stages with a match against Belgium. Senegal established a commanding 2-0 lead through goals scored by Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr. Nevertheless, the match ended in a loss for the national side after Belgium managed a comeback to secure the victory.
The FSF’s action to dismiss the coach reflects a review of the team’s overall performance throughout the tournament. The decision signals a significant change in the coaching structure for the future of Senegalese football.
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