๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ Senegal at the 2026 World Cup

Group I ยท FIFA World Cup 2026

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Senegal compete in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026, playing matches in New York/New Jersey and Toronto. The Lions of Teranga are reigning Africa Cup of Nations champions (2022) and arrive with Sadio Mane leading one of Africaโ€™s most technically complete squads. Group I opponents are France, Norway, and Iraq.

Group I Match Schedule

Viewing from Senegal

Two matches land at 19:00 in Dakar: perfect evening slots that will pack viewing parties across the country. The Norway match arrives at midnight, the one late commitment of the group stage. The France vs Senegal opener carries enormous weight: culturally, historically, and footballing. Many Senegalese players compete in Ligue 1, and the squad has deep connections to French football. For Senegalese communities in France, that 15:00 Eastern kickoff translates to 21:00 Paris time, evening for everyone. Viewing parties in Dakar for the France match will be packed regardless of kickoff time.

Use the converter on this page to get exact local times for every Senegal Group I match.

Matches

Group I

PW D L GFGAGD Pts
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France 00 0 0 000 0
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ถ Iraq 00 0 0 000 0
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Norway 00 0 0 000 0
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ Senegal 00 0 0 000 0

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Senegal play their first 2026 World Cup match?

Senegal kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign on 2026-06-16 against France at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey.

What group is Senegal in at the 2026 World Cup?

Senegal are in Group I alongside France, Iraq, Norway.

Where do Senegal play their group stage matches?

Senegal's group stage matches are spread across New York/New Jersey, Toronto.

How many matches do Senegal play in the group stage?

Senegal play 3 group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup, running from 2026-06-16 to 2026-06-26.