Senegal's football federation to unveil new manager next Tuesday The FSF has announced that Pape Thiaw's successor, a position vacant since July 11, 2026, will be presented at a press conference at the Léopold Sédar Senghor Stadium. This appointment comes as the national team is currently 3rd in the World Cup standings with 3 points (1 win, 0 draws, 2 losses in 3 games). ## Why this appointment is crucial for Senegal Senegal needs new leadership to turn things around after a series of disappointing results, including a 3-2 loss to Belgium on July 1, 2026. With only 2 wins in their last 5 matches, the Lions of Teranga must regroup to stay in the title race, currently 6 points behind leaders France. ## Who could be the new manager? While the name of Pape Thiaw's successor has not yet been revealed, several candidates have been mentioned, including experienced coaches who have previously worked with African teams. The FSF has emphasized the importance of finding a coach who can motivate the team and improve their offensive performance, with only 8 goals scored and 6 conceded this season. ## What to expect from the press conference? Next Tuesday's press conference will be an opportunity for the new manager to present their vision and goals for the national team. Fans are hoping for tactical changes to improve results and close the gap on the group leaders.