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Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal national team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:10 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal national team

Summary

Patrick Vieira has been named head coach of the Senegal national team, succeeding Pape Thiaw, who was ousted after Senegal's early exit from the FIFA World Cup. The Lions, after losing to both France and Norway in group play, crashed out in the Round of 32 following a 3-2 defeat to Belgium. The Senegal Football Federation will hold a presentation ceremony for Vieira on September 18, 2026, where he will announce the squad for upcoming international fixtures. Vieira expressed his gratitude for the opportunity via Instagram and emphasized his commitment to the national team. Senegal will face Mozambique, Ethiopia, and Comoros in the coming weeks.

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By the Numbers

•Vieira replaces Pape Thiaw after Senegal's World Cup exit.
•Senegal lost to Belgium in the Round of 32 after a strong start.
•Presentation ceremony scheduled for September 18, 2026.
•Vieira looks forward to leading the team in upcoming matches.
•Three international fixtures are set for late September.

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9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal icon Patrick Vieira releases statement after being appointed national team boss

What they're saying

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Arsenal icon Patrick Vieira has been appointed as the new head coach of Senegal after the Lions let go of Pape Thiaw following their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 exit
— Yahoo Sports

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