May 4, 2026

Senegal football: president faye’s bonuses ignite internal friction

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, le chef de l’État sénégalais, lors de la cérémonie de réception de l’équipe nationale à son retour de la CAN, au Palais de la République, à Dakar, le 20 janvier 2026.

While the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) now grapples with internal friction, reportedly sparked by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s recent bonuses, a mere two months ago, the organization displayed remarkable cohesion. This unity emerged following a contentious ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) appeal jury. The decision controversially stripped the Teranga Lions of their African champion title, subsequently awarding it to Morocco. In response, the FSF rallied staunchly behind its president, Abdoulaye Fall, with their collective effort aimed at lodging an appeal with the Tribunal arbitral du sport.