Senegal World Cup buzz: Senegal’s 26-man squad for FIFA World Cup 2026 was unveiled by coach Pape Thiaw, with Sadio Mané headlining Group I alongside France, Norway and Iraq. World Cup tactics & rules: FIFA confirmed hydration breaks will include one three-minute pause per half, and coaches like Mauricio Pochettino have already used laptops during the break—raising questions about what’s allowed when the tournament starts. USMNT vs Senegal fallout: The US’s 3-2 friendly win over Senegal is still driving headlines, from Christian Pulisic’s resurgence to debate over whether the “laptop during water breaks” approach could be banned. Senegal in the wider spotlight: Senegal is also being discussed in World Cup odds and “dark horse” lists, with bookmakers putting the Lions of Teranga among the teams with real quarterfinal potential. Ghana LGBTQ+ law ripple: Ghana’s parliament approved a bill criminalising LGBTQ+ identification/promotion, with President Mahama saying it will face scrutiny—an issue that’s already spilling into regional sports and culture conversations. Visa access for fans: The US plans to cut Africa visa-processing hubs from nearly 50 to 20, with Dakar listed as one of the remaining hubs.