The Senegalese Ligue 2 championship is set to begin with sixteen teams divided into two groups, each with the primary goal of maintaining their position. The league, known for its budgetary constraints, strict scheduling, and challenging workforce management, is considered by specialists to be even tougher than Ligue 1. The major objective for most teams is maintaining their status in the league, with only the top two teams from each group earning promotion to the top tier. Clubs like Renaissance de Dakar, Etics de Mboro, Cneps de Thiès, Dakar Sacré Coeur, Ndiambour de Louga, and As Douanes are considered strong contenders due to their financial capacity. While these teams act as big names, newcomers like Guédiawaye FC and US Gorée aim to return to Ligue 1. The first day’s schedule includes matches such as Kawral vs. Cneps, Saloum vs. ETICS, Bargueth vs. Dahra, ASSUR vs. TFC, Ndiambour vs. Renaissance, Ndar Gueth vs. As Douanes, DSC vs. GFC, and US Gorée vs. RS Yoff, taking place on January 4th, 5th, and 6th.
FOOTBALL SENEGAL / LIGUE 2: SIXTEEN (16) TEAMS, SAME OBJECTIVE: MAINTAINING
