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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) \u2014 senegal<\/span> Men’s soccer coach Pape Tiao has been fired, according to a statement released by the national federation on Sunday.<\/p>\n

The Senegalese Football Federation added that Thiau’s technical staff had also been dismissed.<\/p>\n

The decision was made after Senegal were eliminated in the round of 16 at the ongoing World Cup. <\/p>\n

“After evaluating the performance of the national team and its prospects, the executive committee believes that changes are necessary in the interest of Senegalese football,” the federation said.<\/p>\n

Thiau, 45, will take over in 2024 and led the West African country to the disputed continental title in Morocco earlier this year. victory was overturned<\/span> By the Confederation of African Football. Senegal has approached the Court of Arbitration to appeal this decision. <\/p>\n

Despite leading 2-0 until the 83rd minute, Senegal lost to Belgium and was eliminated from the World Cup. The team also lost to France and Norway, coming close to being eliminated in the group stage.<\/p>\n

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