Patrick Vieira is appointed head coach of Senegal’s men’s national team, replacing Pape Thiaw after the team is eliminated from the World Cup in the round of 32. Multiple outlets report that Senegal’s federation announces the change following the defeat by Belgium in that World Cup stage.
Vieira, a Senegal-born former midfielder and 1998 World Cup winner with France, takes charge of the national team for the first time. Sources describe him as having coached previously in club roles in Europe, including stints in England, France and Italy, and as having been out of work since leaving Genoa last November. Outlets also note that the timing of his formal presentation and specific contract details are not fully set out in the public reporting, with one outlet citing Senegal’s announcement on Instagram.
Several reports add that Vieira’s start comes as Senegal prepares for upcoming AFCON qualification matches ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
