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Senegal is gearing up for its second World Cup match, but the team remains embroiled in chaos. A major point of contention revolves around head coach Pape Thiaw, who reportedly still lacks an official contract with the federation and hasn't received payment in months, according to Sport News Africa.
Player discontent is also simmering. Some players are reportedly unhappy with their accommodation conditions during the tournament. Unpaid bonuses for their Africa Cup of Nations triumph last winter (a title later forfeited due to administrative reasons) and for qualifying for the World Cup have further exacerbated tensions.
The issues don't end there. The national team's head chef was not included in the delegation to the USA, leading to significant dissatisfaction with the food quality. Reports indicate that some players have resorted to ordering food from outside the hotel, finding the menu provided by the organizers unsatisfactory.
All these problems surface at a crucial time for Senegal, as they aim for a strong World Cup performance. The team already suffered a 3-1 defeat to France in their opening fixture and still faces matches against Norway and Iraq.
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