Senegal coach praises African teams' World Cup performances so far
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw expressed confidence in the strong performance of African teams in the World Cup group stage. Debutants Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Spain, while Egypt secured a 1-1 draw against Belgium. Morocco earned a point against Brazil, and Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador. Thiaw noted the level of African football has improved significantly and highlighted Senegal's upcoming match against France on June 16.
- •Cape Verde, Egypt, Morocco, and Ivory Coast achieved positive results.
- •Senegal will face France on June 16 in their group stage opener.
- •Thiaw cited a change in the quality of African football.
- •Only South Africa and Tunisia have struggled in the tournament.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — It is no surprise some African teams are thriving, says Senegal boss
"Senegal coach Pape Thiaw said some good results by African teams so far in the World Cup group stage were as he expected. Debutants Cape Verde drew 0-0 with European champions Spain and Egypt matched Belgium in a 1-1 draw on Monday.
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