Senegal’s national football team suffered a second consecutive defeat, this time against Norway, prompting questions about coach Pape Thiaw’s decision to field the same starting eleven as in their previous loss to France. Thiaw defended his choice, stating that the team had focused on correcting errors made in the first match and that he maintains faith in his players’ abilities. He emphasized the importance of collective performance and anticipated criticism regarding his selection. Despite the setbacks, Thiaw remains optimistic, noting that Senegal still has a chance to qualify for the next stage of the competition. The team must win their final group match to have any hope of advancing. Thiaw acknowledged the pressure but stressed the team is not out of contention yet.