Senegal national football team goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is ruled out for the final group stage match of the World Cup against Iraq, on Friday in Toronto, due to a left knee injury sustained against Norway (2-3).

What happened?

Senegal lost their last match against Norway with a score of 3-2, on June 23, 2026.

Why is this important for the Senegal team?

This defeat and Mendy's injury complicate the team's task to qualify for the round of 16.

What comes next?

Senegal must win against Iraq to hope to finish among the top eight third-placed teams and thus participate in the round of 16. | Match | Date | Opponent | Location | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Next match | 2026-06-26 | Iraq | Toronto |

Senegal needs a win to keep hopes of qualification alive. The last defeat against Norway put the team under pressure. The match against Iraq will be crucial to determine the team's future in the competition.