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The Lions of Teranga face their 71st opponent, France, in the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What happened?
Senegal had never faced Didier Deschamps as a manager. Tuesday's match will be their first encounter.
Senegal is the seventh African opponent for Deschamps, after South Africa, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Morocco, Nigeria, and Tunisia.
Why it matters for Senegal
This match is important for Senegal, as it is their first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Lions of Teranga must face an experienced French team.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | France 3-1 Senegal (2026-06-16) |
| Recent form | 2W-0D-3L (LLLWW, most recent first) |
What comes next?
Senegal must recover from this defeat and prepare for their next match. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the Lions of Teranga will react.
É. Mendy is currently injured and will not be able to play for Senegal. It's a blow to the team, but they must continue to fight.
Current context
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | France 3-1 Senegal |
| 2026-06-22 | Iraq - France |
