Senegal's elimination by Belgium in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup continues to send shockwaves. Following the departure of head coach Pape Thiaw, an unexpected revelation has now cast fresh doubt on the inner workings of the national team: the doctor who led the medical department for a decade was, in fact, a gynaecologist and obstetrician.
The information was made public by Abdoulaye Fall, president of the Senegalese Football Federation since 2025, at a press conference called to present the findings of a rigorous internal audit intended to establish the causes of the crisis that has shaken the team.
"I recently discovered that Dr Fedior is, in reality, a gynaecologist and obstetrician by profession," the official declared, adding that "the chief doctor did not have the appropriate academic qualifications to oversee the players".
For ten years, Fedior was responsible for the medical care of Senegal's internationals. According to Abdoulaye Fall, the situation ended up fostering a climate of distrust within the dressing room, affecting the relationship between the athletes and the medical staff.
"At this level, and according to the feedback I received, the players did not have full confidence in relying on him or in having him oversee their care on an ongoing basis," the federation president explained.
Following the audit's conclusions, Abdoulaye Fall is now preparing a far-reaching restructuring of the Senegal national team. The process will include appointing a new coaching staff, reorganising internal departments and implementing changes considered essential to restore stability to the squad and allow a generation widely acknowledged for its talent to compete for top-level results once again.
