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Pape Thiaw orders closed-door training for the Lions of Teranga

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To prevent his tactical plans from being leaked ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nationsfinal against Morocco, Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has decided to impose a closed-door session for the team's training this Thursday, January 15, 2026.

No rest for the Lions of Teranga, who are already gearing up for their showdown against the Atlas Lions. Their training session will kick off at 5 p.m., strictly behind closed doors with no fans or media allowed.

Sadio Mané and his teammates are set to travel to Rabat, the host city for the final, after spending several days in Tangier.

Crowned champions in 2022, Senegal will play in their fourth final, having previously lost in 2002 and 2019.

Pape Thiaw dreams of following in Aliou Cissé's footsteps and lifting the trophy. To achieve this, he is determined to create the perfect environment for maximum focus ahead of this decisive clash.