Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw will announce the country’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a press conference scheduled for 21 May at the Sonatel headquarters in VDN.
The announcement is expected to confirm the players selected to represent Senegal at football’s biggest international tournament, with preparations now entering a decisive phase ahead of the competition.
In the build-up to the event, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has opened the accreditation process for journalists and other media professionals wishing to attend the squad unveiling.
According to the federation, applications for accreditation must be completed exclusively through the gogainde.sn platform. The FSF said requests submitted through any other means would not be considered.
The federation has also imposed a strict deadline for submissions, with applications required to be filed before midnight on 19 May 2026.
Officials warned that entry to the event would only be granted to accredited members of the media. The FSF further stated that no requests would be processed at the venue on the day of the press conference.
The measures appear aimed at ensuring tighter organisation and access control ahead of one of the most closely watched moments in Senegalese football preparations for the World Cup.
Pape Thiaw’s announcement will attract significant attention from supporters and analysts eager to see which players have secured places in Senegal’s squad for the tournament. The naming of the final selection is traditionally regarded as a major milestone before the start of the World Cup campaign.
The press conference venue, Sonatel headquarters in the VDN district, is expected to host journalists from across Senegal and beyond, with the federation moving early to regulate attendance through its accreditation system.
By directing all applications through the online platform, the FSF is seeking to streamline the registration process while avoiding confusion or delays on the day of the event.
The federation reiterated that accreditation is compulsory for all media representatives planning to cover the announcement. It stressed that “no access will be granted without a valid accreditation”, while adding that “no on-site requests will be accepted on the day of the event.”
The warning signals a firm approach by organisers, who are encouraging journalists to complete the process before the closing date to avoid being denied entry.
The unveiling of Senegal’s World Cup squad is likely to generate widespread discussion among fans, particularly regarding the balance of experience and emerging talent within the national side.
Attention will now turn to 21 May, when Thiaw is due to reveal the names of the players chosen to carry Senegal’s hopes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
