Sénégal achieved its first win under new coach Patrick Vieira, defeating Ethiopia 1-0 with a goal from Ibrahim Mbaye in the 11th minute. This victory, bringing their points total to 4 from 6, revitalizes their qualification campaign for the 2027 CAN. However, the performance sparked mixed reactions from fans on social media, with many expressing dissatisfaction with the team’s overall display. While some supporters focused on the positive result, especially following a draw against Mozambique, others criticized the lack of convincing gameplay. Several fans noted the narrow margin of victory against Ethiopia, questioning whether the team adequately dominated their opponent. Concerns were also raised about the new three-center-back formation implemented by Vieira, with some fearing vulnerability against stronger teams. The online debate ranged from cautious optimism to outright calls for Vieira’s dismissal after only two matches in charge.