Senegal coach fires up Moroccans and challenges Iraq

Senegal coach Pape Tiau continued to tease the Moroccans ahead of their match against Iraq on Friday night at the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.

Senegal lost their first two matches in the World Cup to France and Norway, the same situation was repeated in the case of the Mesopotamian lions.

The newspaper publishedL’EquipeThiau’s statements during the press conference that took place on Thursday evening.

The Teranga Lions coach confirmed he still believes the situation can improve and qualify for the Round of 32 among the best third-placed teams.

“The loss to Norway was painful,” Thiau said. “We prepared well for that match, but in the end we lost.”

He added: “We have overcome the problem and the team is hungry to achieve victories for our people and our flag. We want to go away victorious. Everyone is counting on us and we have to prove that we are African champions.”

Perhaps this announcement is stirring up Moroccans after CAF decided to award the 2025 African Nations title to Senegal and award it to the Atlas Lions.