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The Senegalese Football Federation confirmed on March 20, 2026, that the national team will wear shirts bearing two stars from September 2026. The announcement addressed widespread supporter concerns regarding current jerseys that display only one star. Federation officials released an official statement to explain the delay in updating the kits.
Federation Issues Clarification
The governing body faced intense scrutiny after unveiling new jerseys featuring a single star. Supporters expected immediate recognition of the country’s second Africa Cup of Nations triumph. Furthermore, the Confederation of African Football had recently overturned the match result that secured that victory.
The Senegalese Football Federation explained that production constraints prevented immediate implementation of the second star. Manufacturing processes had commenced in August 2025, months before the tournament concluded. Consequently, the federation could not halt production lines to accommodate design changes after the final whistle.
Official Statement Released
The federation addressed the public through a formal communiqué. Officials emphasized their commitment to honoring the team’s achievements while acknowledging manufacturing limitations.
“The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) wishes to inform the public that production of these shirts was launched in August 2025 by our kit supplier Puma, ahead of the last Africa Cup of Nations. Following our victory, manufacturing deadlines and industrial constraints did not allow for this process, which was already underway, to be halted. Aware of the Senegalese people’s legitimate attachment to their symbols, the FSF wishes to reassure all supporters: the new shirts featuring the second star are currently in production. They are expected to be available from next September.”
Appeal Process Continues
The Senegalese Football Federation announced plans to challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Legal representatives prepared documentation to support the appeal. Meanwhile, the federation maintained its position that the on-field victory merited recognition.
