Could a former french star coach Senegal next?

A reshuffle on the Senegal coaching front? Whispers suggest ex-French international Patrick Vieira could be in the running for the vacant Lions of Teranga bench.

The Senegalese Football Federation is set to hold an urgent executive meeting in Dakar this weekend. With the recent World Cup exit and disappointing Afcon campaign, the coaching position will likely dominate discussions. Vieira, whose roots trace back to Dakar, emerges as a surprise candidate despite lacking prior national team coaching experience.

Currently under contract with Pape Thiaw, who surprisingly secured his position mid-tournament, Vieira brings a wealth of club-level expertise from stints at New York City FC, OGC Nice, Crystal Palace, RC Strasbourg, and Genoa. Could this be his chance to shine on the international stage?

The federation’s decision could redefine Senegal’s football trajectory ahead of upcoming qualifiers.