The Senegal national football team’s return flight from the United States has been cancelled following their elimination from the 2026 World Cup, igniting a conflict between the Ministry of Sports and the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF). Both parties are blaming each other for the failure to arrange the special flight for the team's repatriation. This cancellation leaves a portion of the Senegalese delegation stranded in the US, creating uncertainty about their return. Several players, including Pape Alassane Gueye, Édouard Mendy, Mory Diaw and Ismail Jakobs, have already departed using alternative arrangements. The incident adds to growing criticism surrounding the organization of Senegal’s World Cup campaign, which was already marred by internal tensions and on-field struggles. The dispute raises questions about coordination between authorities responsible for managing the national team. This latest issue further fuels controversy surrounding the delegation's management throughout the tournament.