Senegal's National Assembly initiates audit of Football Federation after 2026 World Cup elimination

This initiative, led by members of the Sport Commission, aims to examine the management of the FSF during the World Cup campaign, not solely the sporting results. El Hadji Gueye, President of the Sport and Youth Commission, confirmed that a letter has been submitted to the President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, to start the audit. Gueye clarified that this is an audit mission, not a lengthy inquiry, focused on understanding the reasons for the national team's underperformance.

The move comes after the "Lions'" 2-3 defeat to Belgium in the round of 16, which sparked public questions about preparation, delegation organization, expenses, administrative choices, and internal tensions. The mission seeks to clarify the circumstances leading to the underperformance and identify any management dysfunctions, with the goal of making recommendations. The investigation may involve FSF officials, technical staff, and administrative personnel, examining financial resources, logistics, and internal operations.

However, the parliamentary process must respect the FSF's autonomy as a national sports federation affiliated with international bodies. Despite this, deputies supporting the initiative believe the public's concerns about the 2026 World Cup justify oversight, viewing the na