Senegal coach urges New York diaspora to support team against France
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:54 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has called on the nation's diaspora in New York and elsewhere to provide strong support for the team. Senegal is preparing to face France in their FIFA World Cup opener on June 16. The appeal aims to rally the community as the team looks to make a strong impression in the tournament. The match is set to take place today.
- •Pape Thiaw is the head coach of Senegal.
- •Senegal plays France in their World Cup opener today.
- •Thiaw's appeal focuses on the diaspora community in New York.
- •Strong backing could impact team morale and performance.
- 8:38 AMESPN Soccer — Senegal coach calls on NYC diaspora to show out
"Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has called on the country's diaspora community in New York and beyond to put their full backing behind the team when they face France in their FIFA World Cup opener on Tuesday.
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