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World Cup 2026 · Group I · FIFA #14
Senegal
- Group
- I
- FIFA Rank
- #14
- Pot
- 2
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group I · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇫🇷 France | #1 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇸🇳 Senegal | #14 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇳🇴 Norway | #31 | 2 |
| 4 | 🇮🇶 Iraq | #57 | 4 |
Senegal's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 19:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France vs 🇸🇳 Senegal
New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)
· East Rutherford · capacity 82,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See France's team page →
Matchday 2 · 00:00 UTC (next day)
🇳🇴 Norway vs 🇸🇳 Senegal
New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium)
· East Rutherford · capacity 82,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Norway's team page →
Matchday 3 · 19:00 UTC
🇸🇳 Senegal vs 🇮🇶 Iraq
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Iraq's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 in tighter games
Pivot
Idrissa Gueye
Attacking focus
Sadio Mané · Nicolas Jackson
Identity
AFCON 2021 winners, athletic transitions and Mendy's shot-stopping
Senegal squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
Head coach
Pape Thiaw
Senegalese coach Pape Thiaw stepped up to lead the Lions of Teranga, building on the country's 2021 Africa Cup of Nations triumph. He keeps Senegal's athletic, transition-based identity while blending experience with a rising generation.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 8
Midfielders 7
Forwards 8
Senegal at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 4 (incl. 2026) | Round of 16 · 2× champion |
How to watch Senegal
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: RTS
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Senegal
Senegal World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Senegal play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Senegal's tournament begins Jun 16, 2026 against France at New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford (19:00 UTC).
Who is Senegal's coach at World Cup 2026?
Pape Thiaw.
What group is Senegal in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group I with France, Norway, Iraq.
What is Senegal's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#14 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 2.
Has Senegal ever reached a World Cup Round of 16?
Senegal's best finish is Round of 16, reached 2 times. They have appeared at 4 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Senegal's captain at World Cup 2026?
Kalidou Koulibaly.
Where can I watch Senegal's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; RTS in Senegal.