German sportswear manufacturer Puma has unveiled the new home kit for the Senegal national football team. The jersey features a single star above the crest, representing the team's victory at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which was played in early 2022.
The decision to retain one star, rather than adding a second for Senegal's subsequent 2022 AFCON win, has generated discussion among fans and observers. This design choice appears to be a branding and production decision by Puma, as kits are typically designed and manufactured on a multi-year cycle well in advance of their release.
Official communications from the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) and Puma regarding the kit's launch have focused on its design aesthetics and cultural inspiration, not on the number of stars. There is no indication of an official policy change from the FSF regarding star representation on the national team jersey.
The single star on the current kit is therefore a reflection of standard sportswear production timelines, not an omission of the nation's football achievements. Future kit designs may incorporate a second star to commemorate the back-to-back AFCON titles.
