The Senegalese Football Federation is preparing for a high-stakes executive committee meeting this Saturday in Dakar. The agenda? A potential shake-up in the national team’s coaching staff following the Lions of Teranga’s disappointing World Cup exit and turbulent campaign. Among the names circulating, one stands out: Patrick Vieira.

The former French international, born in Dakar, has built an impressive club coaching resume with stints at New York City FC, Nice, Crystal Palace, Strasbourg, and Genoa. Yet, he has never led a national team — a gap Vieira could soon fill.

Current manager Pape Thiaw remains in his position, having even secured a contract extension mid-tournament. But with the federation under pressure to revitalize the squad, Vieira’s profile as a high-profile, experienced coach makes him a compelling candidate to reshape Senegal’s football future.

For Vieira, whose club career has seen him rack up nearly two decades of professional experience, this could represent his long-awaited opportunity to prove his mettle on the international stage and finally claim the glory he has yet to achieve as a head coach.