Pape Gueye Refuses to Play for Senegal Until Thiaw is Sacked

Pape Gueye, a 27-year-old midfielder for the Senegal national football team, declared on social media that he will not represent Senegal again until head coach Pape Thiaw is removed from his position. This announcement came immediately after Senegal's elimination from the 2026 World Cup, where they faced Belgium.

In the match, Senegal initially took a two-goal lead but ultimately allowed Belgium to equalize, forcing the game into extra time. Belgium then secured victory with a penalty from Youri Tielemans.

Gueye's statement reflects his frustration with the team's performance and the coaching staff's decisions, particularly regarding their inability to progress past the last 16 of the tournament.