Smart move or deepening the crisis? Senegal part ways with Thiaw
After 19 months at the helm, Pape Thiaw is no longer a Senegal manager, as the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) announced the decision on its official website earlier today. “The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) informs the public that following the meeting of the Executive Committee held this Saturday, July 11, 2026, it was decided to initiate a procedure to terminate the functions of the national coach, Mr. Pape Thiaw, as well as his entire technical staff.”🚨🇸🇳 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 | Senegal manager Pape Thiaw has been SACKED. 👋 Decision comes after Senegal were eliminated in the World Cup Round of 32 against Belgium. ❌ pic.twitter.com/6rrbBy4Lf2— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) July 12, 2026 “This decision comes after the elimination of the Senegal national team in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After a thorough evaluation of the sporting results and prospects of the national team, the Executive Committee deemed it necessary to initiate this procedure in the best interests of Seneg..