By Angu Lesley
Football Writer,kick442.com-Cameroon
After a 2-1 victory against England in Wembley, Senegal’s next test is Brazil — another chance for Pape Thiaw’s men to showcase their evolution from African powerhouse to genuine global force. The Teranga Lions of Senegal have now scheduled ro face Brazil on November 15 at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium.
Senegal’s remarkable consistency on the international stage shows no sign of slowing. Just days after a confident 2–1 win over England at Wembley — a result that underlined their tactical maturity and growing aura — the Lions of Teranga are now preparing to face Brazil in another high-profile friendly later this month.
For Pape Thiaw, who succeeded long-serving Aliou Cissé, this is more than a glamorous fixture. It’s a chance to reinforce Senegal’s place among football’s true elite — and to continue shaping a new era built on stability, structure, and style.
Statement at Wembley
Against England, Senegal were disciplined yet daring. Nicolas Jackson’s relentless running stretched the hosts, while Sadio Mané provided the moment of class that sealed the victory. Behind them, Pape Matar Sarr and Ismaïla Sarr dictated play, showing the blend of energy and control that has become the hallmark of Thiaw’s reign.
Captain Kalidou Koulibaly led by example at the back, marshalling a defense that stayed compact and organized even as England pushed for an equalizer.
“We don’t play these matches to participate — we play them to compete,” Thiaw said post-match. “Senegal belongs at this level.”
Next Stop: Brazil
Senegal’s next challenge — a friendly against Brazil in Europe — promises to be just as demanding. The Selecão, led by Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and Endrick, will test the African champions’ defensive discipline and composure.
The two sides last met in June 2023, when Senegal shocked Brazil 4–2 in Lisbon. Mané’s brace that night sent a clear message: African football had caught up.
Now, under Thiaw, Senegal return to that stage with even greater confidence — and the belief that lightning can strike twice.
Pape Thiaw’s New-Look Lions
Since taking charge, Thiaw has introduced subtle but significant tweaks. He’s maintained Cissé’s defensive organization but added more fluid attacking movement, allowing younger players like Lamine Camara, Formose Mendy, and Mikayil Faye to flourish.
“This is evolution, not revolution,” Thiaw explained recently. “We keep the identity, but with new energy and ideas.”
The results speak for themselves: Senegal have lost just nine of their last 105 matches, a record that underscores both consistency and depth.
From African Champions to Global Contenders
Senegal’s dominance in Africa is undisputed. But these back-to-back friendlies — England and now Brazil — symbolize something more: a shift from continental supremacy to global relevance.
Beating England was a statement. Facing Brazil is another step in a journey that’s redefining African football’s place in the world order.
Under Pape Thiaw, Senegal aren’t just Africa’s benchmark — they’re world football’s reminder that excellence knows no geography.
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