El Hadji Diouf Praises Pape Thiaw’s Impact on Senegal National Team

Former Senegalese great El Hadji Diouf has praised newly hired national team coach Pape Thiaw for his leadership and influence on the team.

Diouf’s Endorsement

Speaking to local media, Diouf commended Thiaw’s ability to unify the team and implement his vision effectively. “We are lucky to have intelligent players who embrace their coach’s philosophy. Pape is doing an excellent job, and the team is thriving under his guidance. He and his staff are making the right decisions, and it’s up to the players to prove themselves at their clubs to earn a call-up.”

Thiaw’s Winning Streak

Since stepping in as interim coach, Thiaw has maintained an impeccable record, leading Senegal to victories over Malawi (twice), Burkina Faso, and Burundi. Now officially in charge, he aims to extend his unbeaten run in the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Sudan and Togo.