Patrick Vieira officially in position, these players who will pay the price of change

Author: senenews.comPublished on: September 14, 2026Country: Senegal

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Patrick Vieira officially in position, these players who will pay the price of change

Patrick Vieira, the new coach of the Senegal Lions, will present his first squad on September 18, marking a turning point for the team. Iconic players like Kalidou Koulibaly may not be included in this list, signaling a break from the previous era. Following a disappointing elimination in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, Vieira must assemble a revamped squad for the CAN 2027 qualifiers.

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