CAN 2027 Qualifiers: Patrick Vieira Excludes Sadio Mané and Seven Other World Cup Players from His First Squad

Author: Othniel KOUASSIPublished on: September 18, 2026Country: Senegal

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CAN 2027 Qualifiers: Patrick Vieira Excludes Sadio Mané and Seven Other World Cup Players from His First Squad

Patrick Vieira was officially introduced as the new coach of Senegal on September 18, 2026, and revealed his first squad of 29 players for the CAN 2027 qualifiers. Sadio Mané, suffering from a physical issue, is among the notable absentees, along with seven other players who participated in the 2026 World Cup. Senegal will start their qualification campaign on September 25 against Mozambique.

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