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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
Senegal is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 17 Group I | France | New York MetLife Stadium | Jun 16 (Tue) |
| Match 41 Group I | Iraq | New York MetLife Stadium | Jun 22 (Mon) |
| Match 62 Group I | Norway | Toronto Toronto Stadium | Jun 26 (Fri) |
In their debut World Cup match, Senegal defeats reigning world champions France 1-0 in a massive upset, setting the tone for their historic run.
Senegal defeats Sweden 2-1 in the Round of 16 with a golden goal, becoming only the second African nation to reach the World Cup Quarter-finals.
Senegal defeats Egypt in a penalty shootout to claim their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title, ending years of near misses.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | First World Cup appearance, reaching the Quarter-finals. | first appearance |
| 2019 | Finished as runners-up in the Africa Cup of Nations. | notable performance |
| 2022 | Won their first Africa Cup of Nations title (AFCON 2021, played in 2022). | championship |
| 2022 | Reached the World Cup Round of 16 for the second time. | notable performance |
Senegalese fans ('Lions of Teranga') are famous for their vibrant color, relentless drumming, and positive, fair-play spirit, earning the nickname 'Teranga', meaning hospitality.
"Allez les Lions!"
The 12th Lion, various diaspora groups (especially in France)
Lively, colorful, and musically driven, with a focus on drumming and dancing. They are known for traveling well and bringing joy to the stands.
Senegal is the highest-ranked team in West Africa.
In 2018, Senegal was eliminated from the World Cup by Japan based on the fair play rule (fewer yellow cards) after finishing equal on points, goal difference, and goals scored.
Aliou Cissé, the 2002 captain, later coached the team to their first AFCON title.
Senegal's group-stage host cities are New York, Toronto. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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