The Senegal national football team achieved a remarkable feat by holding France to a goalless draw, with a score of 0-0, in their first match of Group I of the 2026 World Cup. Édouard Mendy, the Senegal goalkeeper, was not troubled once by the French offense. The French team only managed one shot on target, which was quickly blocked by Lyon defender Moussa Niakhaté. The Senegalese team came close to disaster by conceding 5 shots from France in the first 45 minutes. Mike Maignan almost scored an own goal from a Nicolas Jackson shot that hit the post. Ismaïla Sarr then missed a clear opportunity at the end of the first half to allow the French team to go into the break with a score of 0-0. The Senegal national football team showed great defensive solidity, with a defense that held firm against French attacks. The Lions of Teranga also showed great offensive efficiency, with players like Nicolas Jackson and Ismaïla Sarr creating scoring opportunities. The match was highly contested, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. The Senegal national football team managed to hold France to a draw, which is an achievement in itself. The Senegalese team showed great determination and solidity, which allows them to hope for a good performance in the 2026 World Cup.