Hervé Renard's departure from Tunisia sparks speculation for Senegal national team coaching role
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Hervé Renard's departure from the Tunisian national team, following their elimination from the 2026 World Cup, has fueled speculation about his potential appointment as the head coach for the Senegal national team. Renard's contract with Tunisia was only for the duration of the World Cup, where the team lost all three group stage matches against Sweden, Japan, and the Netherlands. He announced the end of his mission via Instagram, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the World Cup. This development comes as the position of Senegal's coach, Pape Thiaw, faces increasing scrutiny after the Lions' disappointing performance and elimination from the World Cup. Debates about a potential change in leadership for the Senegalese team have intensified. Renard, a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with Zambia and Ivory Coast, has previously coached Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and the French women's national team. His experience with African national teams and his expressed interest in major continental projects make him a natural candidate for the ambitious Senegalese team, especially now that he is free of contractual obligations.
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