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The Senegal national football team must win against Iraq to hope to qualify for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Last result: Norway 3-2 Senegal (2026-06-23).
What happened?
Senegal lost its first two matches against France (3-1) and Norway (3-2). Iraq also lost its first two matches against France (3-0) and Norway (4-1).
Why it matters for Senegal?
Senegal must win against Iraq to hope to qualify for the round of 16. Coach Pape Thiaw said that his team still believed in its chances of qualification.
What comes next?
The next match for Senegal is against Iraq (2026-06-26). Senegal will have to do without its first-choice goalkeeper Édouard Mendy, who was injured in the left knee against Norway.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Norway 3-2 Senegal (2026-06-23) |
| Next match | Senegal - Iraq (2026-06-26) |
| Injured player | Édouard Mendy |
