Senegal’s early elimination from the World Cup has triggered a crisis within its Football Federation (FSF). Despite attempts to deflect blame, a deeper issue of governance is emerging, with the president seeking to protect the executive committee. The core of the problem lies in the appointment of the Secretary General, Abdoulaye Saydou Sow, which should have been challenged by the overseeing ministry. The Ministry of Sports’ failure to intervene allowed the FSF to operate with limited oversight, contributing to logistical and sporting shortcomings. Historically, the Ministry ensured a balance of power by appointing a high-ranking official to key roles within federations, but relinquished this control. This has resulted in a lack of accountability and contributed to the recent disappointing performance, highlighting the need for systemic change.