The new head coach of the Lions de la Téranga said « Manio Sané » instead of « Sadio Mané », sparking mockery from fans on social media.
This slip-up comes at an awkward time, just days before Vieira's first match. The French coach has not yet led his team in an official match.
It remains to be seen whether this gaffe will affect the start of his tenure. Senegalese fans now expect results on the pitch.
