Senegal’s World Cup Jersey To Feature One Star, Unrelated To AFCON Title

Senegal’s national team will showcase a single star on their World Cup jersey this summer, a decision that is not linked to the recent stripping of their Africa Cup of Nations title.

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has issued a statement clarifying that the production of the jerseys by kit manufacturer Puma commenced in August of the previous year. Due to “manufacturing deadlines and industrial constraints,” the ongoing process could not be interrupted.

Senegal clinched the Africa Cup of Nations title in January, marking their second continental victory after winning the 2021 edition, which is represented by the first star on their jerseys.

But the Teranga Lions were surprisingly stripped of the second title on Tuesday when the Confederation of African Football’s appeals board ruled that Senegal forfeited the Jan. 18 final by leaving the field of play without the referee’s authorization, awarding Morocco a default 3-0 win.

The FSF made no mention of that decision in its statement, where it continued to refer to “our victory” and said it be reflected on the team jersey — after the World Cup.

“Aware of the Senegalese people’s legitimate attachment to their symbols, the FSF wishes to reassure all supporters: the new jerseys incorporating the second star are currently in production. They are scheduled to be available starting next September,” the federation said.

“The FSF apologizes for any misunderstanding this situation may have caused and thanks the supporters for their constant commitment, vigilance, and unwavering attachment to the national team.”