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Guy Marius Sagna calls for an end to violence between Africans after World Cup matches
via SeneNews1 min read
Deputy Guy Marius Sagna has called for solidarity among Africans following the defeats of their national teams in the 2026 World Cup. In a social media post, he condemned hostile behavior and advocated for unity in the face of the continent's common challenges. Sagna reacted to tensions observed after several African teams lost, urging greater solidarity among the continent's people. He denounced behaviors he considers hostile towards other Africans following sports results, stating that verbal or physical violence against African nationals does not improve national team performance or resolve the difficulties faced by African countries. Guy Marius Sagna believes that successes achieved by Africans in sports, health, education, agriculture, or research should be seen as progress benefiting the entire continent. He cited a reflection attributed to Ethiopians, emphasizing the importance of unity in the face of common challenges, and mentioned Ethiopia's history of resistance to Italian armies as an example of cohesion and the preservation of national sovereignty.
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Pape Thiaw, coach of the Lions, has received a salary revaluation, positioning him among the highest-paid coaches in Africa. This adjustment comes just days before a crucial match against Norway and is expected to influence the team's dynamic as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup. The revaluation follows a period of tension regarding his contract finalization, during which Thiaw reportedly considered not traveling with the team to the United States. Mediation, attributed to the intervention of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, helped stabilize the situation. This development highlights a trend where African federations are increasing investments to strengthen their technical staff. The 2026 ranking of Africa's highest-paid coaches places Thiaw, earning approximately 76,000 euros per month, at number 5. The top earners include Vladimir Petkovi膰 around 135,000 euros, Herv茅 Renard between 120,000 and 150,000 euros, and Emerse Fa茅 and Hugo Broos both around 75,000 euros.
The Senegalese national football team, known as the Lions, is set to play Norway in a critical group stage match during the 2026 World Cup. This fixture is part of the second round of group stage matches scheduled for Monday. The match between Norway and Senegal in Group I will kick off at 2:00 AM Paris time, GMT+2 on the night of Monday to Tuesday. Other matches on Monday include France against Iraq in Group I at 11:00 PM, and Argentina versus Austria at 7:00 PM, followed by Jordan against Algeria at 5:00 AM night of Monday to Tuesday in Group J.
National coach Pape Thiaw will hold a press conference this Sunday at 6:30 PM GMT, the day before Senegal's match against Norway. The game is part of the second round of Group I in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The media briefing will take place at MetLife Stadium, which will also host the match scheduled for Monday night into Tuesday. Thiaw is expected to discuss his team's preparation, the squad's condition, and the stakes of this crucial second outing in the competition. The Lions of Teranga approach this fixture after an inaugural 3-1 defeat to France, making another loss potentially detrimental to their qualification chances. Norway, conversely, enters the match with confidence following a convincing 4-1 victory against Iraq on the first day, placing them in a favorable position. This encounter is anticipated to be decisive for both teams in their pursuit of qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup.