Senegal Dismisses Coach Pape Thiaw Following World Cup Defeat

WHO:

beIN SPORTS - Coach Pape Thiaw was dismissed by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF).

The New York Times - Abdoulaye Fall is the president of the FSF.

WHAT:

beIN SPORTS - Senegal suffered two defeats in the group stage of the World Cup against France and Norway.

beIN SPORTS - Senegal secured a place in the knockout rounds with a 5–0 victory over Iraq.

The New York Times - Senegal was eliminated in the last-32 of the World Cup after losing to Belgium in extra time.

The New York Times - Senegal led 2-0 against Belgium in the 86th minute before conceding two late goals and a penalty in extra time.

WHERE:

The New York Times - The World Cup matches took place in various locations, including the match against Belgium.

WHEN:

The New York Times - Pape Thiaw took over as national team boss in 2024.

The New York Times - Senegal won the Africa Cup of Nations in January.

The New York Times - A press conference is scheduled for Monday to discuss the reasons behind Thiaw's dismissal.

WHY:

The New York Times - The FSF deemed it necessary to part ways with Thiaw after a thorough evaluation of the sporting results and prospects of the national team.

HOW:

The New York Times - The FSF announced the decision to part ways with Thiaw through a statement.

(UPDATED July 12, 2026 13:19 UTC)

Coach Pape Thiaw has been dismissed by the Senegalese Football Federation following a thorough evaluation of the national team's performance. Senegal's World Cup journey included two group stage defeats to France and Norway, but they did secure a knockout round spot with a decisive 5-0 victory over Iraq, only to be eliminated by Belgium after leading 2-0 late in the match. A press conference is scheduled for Monday to discuss the reasons behind Thiaw's departure, as Abdoulaye Fall serves as the president of the FSF.