The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) is at a crucial moment. This Saturday, July 11, the Executive Committee (Comex) is meeting urgently to draw all the lessons from the Lions of Teranga’s participation in the 2026 World Cup. This meeting comes after a campaign that fell far below expectations, marked by an early elimination in the Round of 16. According to information published by Le Soleil des Sports, federation officials want to conduct a thorough analysis of the results, the choices made during the tournament, and the future prospects for the national team.
The main goal of this meeting is to establish a complete assessment of Senegal’s performance during the competition. Before the World Cup began, the Lions had high ambitions and hoped to at least reach the Round of 16, if not go even further. Despite a squad filled with many players competing in top European leagues, the team failed to meet expectations. The elimination in the Round of 16 left a deep sense of frustration among supporters, observers, and Senegalese football leaders.
During this meeting, Comex members are expected to examine the various difficulties encountered during the competition. Discussions will focus on tactical choices, team preparation, group management, and the overall organization surrounding the national team. Some dysfunctions were noted throughout the tournament, prompting leaders to want to understand precisely what went wrong to avoid repeating the same mistakes in future international competitions.
The situation of coach Pape Thiaw will also be among the main topics on the agenda. Arriving with the ambition to continue the progress made by the Lions in recent years, the Senegalese coach now sees his future in question after this disappointing campaign. Several federation members want to hear his analysis of the events and his explanations regarding the choices made during the World Cup. No definitive decision is off the table regarding his retention or a possible change at the helm of the national team.
Beware of the instability of the national football team staff!
Since the fiasco of Senegal’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, some Senegalese, especially certain figures in Senegalese football, are calling for the head of coach Pape Thiaw, holding him solely responsible… pic.twitter.com/gHOvcgEaZ4— Dr Ibrahima Mendy (@mendy_ibou) July 11, 2026
This urgent meeting could mark an important turning point for Senegalese football. Beyond individual responsibilities, leaders want to establish a comprehensive reflection to prepare for upcoming challenges in the best conditions. The goal remains to help the Lions quickly regain their best form and confirm their status among the great African nations. The conclusions of this meeting will be particularly awaited by supporters and all stakeholders in Senegalese football, who hope to see strong decisions emerge to revive the national team’s momentum.
