Pape Thiaw fired as Senegal coach after disappointing FIFA World Cup
Senegal has dismissed head football coach Pape Thiaw following the national team's elimination in the round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The decision follows a series of disappointing results, including a loss to Belgium after leading 2-0.
Why it matters
The firing reflects the high-pressure environment of international football and the significant expectations placed on national teams after continental success.
Senegal part ways with their head football coach after the national side’s elimination from the tournament at the round of 32 stage.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Pape Thiaw departs the Senegal head coach role after 19 months in the job [Albert Gea/Reuters] By Reuters Published On 12 Jul 2026 12 Jul 2026 Senegal fired football coach Pape Thiaw on Saturday, saying the national team’s results at the World Cup necessitated a change at the helm.
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