Patrick Vieira has been appointed coach of Senegal's national team. Former selector Alain Giresse praised the decision, noting that the World Cup champion brings the experience needed to reinvigorate the national side.
Appointment of Vieira
The choice to hand the national team’s reins to the former French midfielder follows months of turbulence surrounding the Lions. Vieira, who won the 1998 World Cup, has already managed several European clubs.
Strengths According to Giresse
Giresse believes Vieira’s experience is a major asset. “Having Patrick Vieira, a World Cup champion who also has a certain coaching CV, can make the players say: beware, we’re facing someone who knows the very high level,” Giresse said.
Outlook for the Lions
Alain Giresse sees Vieira’s arrival as a chance to start on new foundations after the recent chaotic months. He stresses that the coach will need to adapt to the particular realities of African football.
