The opening ceremony of the general assembly of the Senegalese Football Federation, held on August 24, took an unexpected turn when the Minister of Sports, Mbagnick Ndiaye, delivered a critical speech. The minister pointed out administrative problems within the federation and emphasized the need for more efforts to resolve issues hindering Senegalese football. Moreover, he stated that the state would no longer provide financial support to entities that do not achieve success, urging them to seek funding independently.
These remarks were met with displeasure from some federation members and other structures, who criticized the minister’s speech, especially the comments on football financing. Tensions escalated, and the situation became chaotic, with some recalling the minister’s previous legal issues related to the misappropriation of funds in 2002.
The minister left the venue amid boos and disturbances, highlighting the internal tensions affecting Senegalese football.
