World Cup 2026: Senegal Put AFCON Controversy Aside as Pape Thiaw Targets Another French Upset
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World Cup 2026: Senegal put AFCON controversy aside as Pape Thiaw targets another French upset
For Senegal, the mission is simple: leave the AFCON controversy behind, embrace the challenge ahead and try to recreate another famous chapter in their World Cup history
AFCON drama behind us, says Senegal coach ahead of World Cup opener
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw confirms AFCON controversy is behind them as the team focuses on their World Cup opener against France. Read more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-drama-behind-us-says-senegal-coach-ahead-of-world-cup-opener/
A few hours before their entry into the competition against France, the Lions of Senegal are currently taking their traditional pre-game ride in New Jersey. In a relaxed but concentrated atmosphere, the men of Pope Thiaw enjoy these last moments of calm before the kick-off of this much-awaited poster of the 2026 World Cup. This walk is a usual stage of preparation, allowing the players to simmer their minds before reaching the intensity of the c…
Senegal launches its campaign at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday 16 June with a high-level shock against France. This meeting, counting for the first day of Group I, will be contested at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey at 7pm GMT. Senegal will thus start its course in a raised group also composed of Norway and Iraq. An entry that will already be decisive for the Senegalese selection of the Lions of Teranga in the face of the French challengeAt t…

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