Senegal: the Lions stranded in the United States after flight cancellation

The Senegalese delegation is experiencing a turbulent return after their elimination. The Lions of Teranga remain stranded in Seattle after the cancellation of the charter flight intended to bring them home. According to several media reports, no plane was ultimately booked under the national team's name.

This situation appears to be tied to disagreements between the Senegalese Ministry of Sports and the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), set against a backdrop of administrative and financial tensions. As a result, part of the delegation is still in the United States, awaiting a solution.

Departures trickling out

Faced with this deadlock, several internationals have left the United States on their own to rejoin their clubs or families. Among them are Pape Gueye, Édouard Mendy, Mory Diaw, Ismail Jakobs, Krépin Diatta, Yehvann Diouf, Idrissa Gana Gueye, and Kalidou Koulibaly.

Other members of the delegation are still at the hotel and are expected to return to Senegal within the next 24 hours. This logistical crisis is sparking widespread reactions and highlights the ongoing tensions between Senegalese sports authorities.

Nouya M'toama

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