Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw will announce his squad on Tuesday, May 27, for two high-profile international friendlies scheduled for early June against the Republic of Ireland and England.
The Senegalese Football Federation has confirmed that the official unveiling of the selected players will take place during a press conference at 11:00 a.m. local time.
The event is set to be held at the Good Rade restaurant, located on the VDN in Dakar, and is expected to draw significant attention from the media and football fans alike.
Senegal will travel to Europe to take on Ireland at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on June 6, followed by a clash with England at the City Ground in Nottingham on June 10.
Both fixtures are key opportunities for the national team to assess its depth and cohesion ahead of upcoming competitive commitments.
The announcement comes amid growing anticipation, particularly after the team’s March fixtures were marred by the absence of several prominent players due to injuries.
With many of those key squad members still recovering or facing uncertainty over their fitness, Thiaw is faced with the challenge of assembling a balanced and competitive group.
Sources close to the national team suggest that the coaching staff has been closely monitoring the form and fitness of both established internationals and emerging talents.
The forthcoming friendlies are expected to serve as a testing ground for some of these players, especially as Senegal looks to expand its tactical options and reinforce squad depth.
Preparations for the two fixtures will begin on May 30, with the squad convening in Dakar. This marks a departure from previous practice, where pre-match camps were frequently held in Europe.
The decision to train on home soil is seen as a strategic shift aimed at fostering team unity and maximizing the impact of domestic facilities.
Most of the players likely to be called up are currently on their off-season break, following the conclusion of their club duties. The early training start in Dakar will allow Thiaw and his coaching team ample time to work with the squad and address any fitness or tactical concerns ahead of the trip to Europe.
As anticipation builds, attention will be firmly fixed on Tuesday’s announcement. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see which players make the cut, particularly given the strong competition for places across several positions.
Thiaw is expected to rely on a core of experienced internationals while also offering opportunities to younger prospects who have impressed in recent months.
The upcoming matches against Ireland and England offer more than just a chance to test the squad — they also present an occasion to measure Senegal’s readiness against two strong European sides.
With both host nations boasting high-level talent and tactical sophistication, the fixtures will provide a valuable barometer of Senegal’s current standing on the international stage.
Tuesday’s squad list will offer the first insights into Thiaw’s plans and priorities for the months ahead, and may set the tone for what promises to be an eventful period for Senegalese football.
