Senegal Sacks Pape Thiaw After Extra-Time Heartbreak Against Belgium

The Senegalese Football Federation have dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw and his entire technical staff after their 3-2 extra-time loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 32. Senegal established a 2-0 lead but conceded three late goals, including a last-minute penalty, triggering unrest in the squad and a public call from midfielder Pape Gueye for staff changes. Thiaw’s 18-month tenure was marked by a continental title, unpaid wages, a CAF ban and administrative chaos. The federation now begin the search for a new coach ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

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