Aliou Cissé, the former Senegal national team manager, has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the Libyan national football team, according to reports emerging in April 2026. The Libyan Football Federation confirmed the end of his tenure with the Mediterranean Knights.
Cissé had taken charge of Libya following his celebrated stint with Senegal, where he led the Lions of Teranga to their historic first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 2021 and guided the team to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. His appointment with Libya was seen as a high-profile move for Libyan football.
The circumstances surrounding his departure have not been fully detailed publicly, but the decision appears to be linked to Libya's recent performances in African football competitions. Libya competes in the CAF qualifying rounds for both AFCON and the FIFA World Cup.
Cissé, born on March 26, 1976, in Ziguinchor, Senegal, is one of Africa's most respected football figures. His dismissal from the Libya post marks another chapter in a coaching career that has seen both significant highs and challenging periods since leaving the Senegal job in 2023.
