Their Group at World Cup 2026
Senegal: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Senegal finish in the top two of Group I, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Senegal at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Senegal are Africa's most complete squad, and their 2021 AFCON title confirmed what the continent already believed: the Lions of Teranga are capable of competing with anyone in the world. Group I is genuinely difficult, but Senegal have beaten France before and travel with the belief of champions.
Players to Watch
- Sadio Mané: clutch tournament forward who is selfless in buildup and decisive in knockout moments.
- Pape Matar Sarr: dynamic Tottenham midfielder giving Senegal a presence the 2022 squad lacked.
Path to the Final
Senegal will look to navigate a brutal group draw and lean on knockout experience to push deeper than the 2002 quarter-final benchmark.
World Cup History
This is their fourth World Cup appearance, with their best result the famous quarter-final run in 2002.
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- Is Senegal in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Senegal qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group I alongside France, Norway, and Iraq. Their first match is on Tue, June 16, 2026.
- What group is Senegal in at World Cup 2026?
- Senegal are in Group I at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains France (FIFA #3), Norway (FIFA #31), Iraq (FIFA #58).
- When does Senegal play at World Cup 2026?
- Senegal play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Tue, June 16, 2026 vs France at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Norway at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 3: Fri, June 26, 2026 vs Iraq at BMO Field · Toronto. All times are UTC.
- What are Senegal's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Senegal's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Tue, June 16, 2026 vs France at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Norway at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 3: Fri, June 26, 2026 vs Iraq at BMO Field · Toronto. Senegal must finish in the top two of Group I to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Senegal been to the World Cup?
- Senegal are appearing at the World Cup for the 4th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Quarter-final (2002).