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ATLANTA, July 2 (Reuters) - Recriminations are expected to follow swiftly after Senegal’s calamitous exit from the World Cup, with a schism apparent in the squad after they lost to Belgium in Seattle on Wednesday.

Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye says he will not play for the team while the coaching staff stays after blowing a late lead against Belgium to go out of the World Cup

SEATTLE (AP) — Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy is out for the team’s knockout round match against Belgium in the World Cup on Wednesday due to injury. On Tuesday, coach Pape Thiaw confirmed the Al-Ahli goalkeeper will miss his second consecutive World Cup match because he injured his knee in Senegal’s 3-2 loss to Norway in group play.

Senegal's nightmarish year continues, with a heartbreaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year's chaotic Afcon final.

Former players and fans blame substitutions, lack of focus, and travel restrictions for Senegal’s World Cup exit.

Senegal has gotten out to an early lead in their Round of 32 matchu against Belgium. Watch Habib Diarra's goal here.

According to reports, the delegation’s camp gradually became a venue for parties, private gatherings and scandals unfolding in plain sight. Players reportedly witnessed officials repeatedly inviting content creators and friends to gatherings featuring bottles of alcohol,