The Senegalese Football Federation has parted ways with national team manager Pape Thiaw after Senegal’s controversial elimination from the 2026 World Cup.[1]

The federation addressed the press on Monday to explain the decision, according to the report.[1]

Federation response

The move comes as the fallout from Senegal’s exit from the tournament continues to be felt in the country, with the elimination described as controversial in the source report.[1]

Evidence ledger

What is confirmed

  • The Senegalese Football Federation parted ways with national team manager Pape Thiaw.[1]
  • The federation addressed the press on Monday to explain its decision.[1]
  • Senegal was controversially eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.[1]
  • Pape Thiaw was Senegal’s national team manager.[1]

What remains disputed or unverified

No disputed central claims are recorded for this story.

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