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Senegal national football team coaching transition

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Patrick Vieira was appointed as the head coach of the Senegal national football team, succeeding Pape Bouna Thiaw following the team’s exit from the 2026 World Cup. Vieira’s appointment followed a period of internal tension between staff and federation officials. During his early tenure, Senegal secured a 1-0 friendly victory against ~~Comoros.~~ Comoros at the Stade Vélodrome. Following the match, Vieira publicly defended veteran players Idrissa Gana Gueye and Kalidou Koulibaly after a journalist referred to them as ‘has-beens.’ Vieira characterized such descriptions as a ‘lack of respect,’ asserting that both players remain high-performing and exemplary figures ~~for~~ who continue to compete at the ~~national team.~~ highest level. Reflecting on the international window, which included matches against Mozambique and Ethiopia, Vieira expressed satisfaction with the progress of his tactical project. He noted improvements in team discipline and organization, though he identified offensive efficiency in the final third as a primary area for future development.

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