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Senegal Sacks Pape Thiaw After Extra-Time Heartbreak Against Belgium

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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J
julia

What should the federation look for in the next coach after that extra-time collapse?

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K
kaka

Should they focus on a track record of late-game resilience or fresh tactical ideas?

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I
isa

This feels like a hasty reaction given they held a two-goal lead before conceding three late goals.

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H
hala

Firing the coach so abruptly might overlook deeper squad or strategy issues that need solving first.

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Y
yemi

Before naming a new coach, prioritise strengthening defensive depth and penalty resilience with extra practice sessions.

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