This why Senegal sacked Aliou Cissé as Coach of the Teranga Lions

After being appointed in 2015, the Senegal national football team is ending a momentous chapter in its history today.

Information: Head coach Aliou Cissé of the Senegalese national team has been formally informed by the Senegalese Football Federation that his employment has ended.

The team’s decision was prompted by a rising sense of discontent with recent performances and outcomes.

Reminder: Senegal’s head coach since 2015 has been Aliou Cissé. In 2021, he led the “Lions of Teranga” to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations victory and two World Cup appearances in a row.

Senegal got eliminated at AFCON 2023 in the Round of 16.