Pape Gueye Quits Senegal Squad Until Coaching Staff Changes
Pape Gueye, one of Senegal's most prolific forwards, featured in the 2026 World Cup match that ended in a 1‑0 defeat to Belgium, eliminating the team in the group stage. Disappointed with the performance and the lack of tactical adjustments, Gueye declared he will not return to the national side until the coaching staff is overhauled.
He emphasized the need for a fresh approach to restore Senegal's competitive edge. The striker's decision leaves a significant void ahead of upcoming qualifiers.
Article facts
| Category | Football |
|---|---|
| Published | |
| Language | en |
| Free | Free — headline and summary on this page; no account |
| Full text | Full article text is not hosted here; follow the publisher link |
| No SKU, GTIN or MPN | No SKU, GTIN or MPN — this is a news story, not a product |