Senegal 2026 World Cup Stats
After the AFCON fiasco earlier this year whereby Morocco were awarded the title, Senegal will be aiming to impress once again on the global stage. The Lions of Teranga have built a strong reputation for combining physical power, tactical discipline and individual quality, making them one of the continent’s most reliable performers in major tournaments.
Under Pape Thiaw, Senegal continue to evolve while maintaining the core identity that has brought them recent success. Although the World Cup betting odds don’t favour the Africans to go all the way, the can certainly rustle a few feathers in North America.
Sadio Mane remains the team’s most influential figure, providing leadership, experience and a proven ability to deliver in decisive moments. Kalidou Koulibaly continues to marshal the defence with authority, while Édouard Mendy offers stability and composure in goal.
Lamine Camara has emerged as one of the most exciting young midfielders in African football, adding energy and technical quality in the centre of the pitch.
Senegal qualified through the CAF pathway after another strong campaign that reinforced their status among Africa’s elite. Expectations remain high, with progression beyond the group stage viewed as the minimum target. With a balanced squad and proven tournament pedigree, Senegal have the tools to push deep into the competition if their key players perform.
Senegal Stats Summary
- Senegal World Cup fixtures: France on June 16 at the MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey (8pm), Norway on June 23 at the MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey (1am) and Iraq on June 26 at the BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario, (8pm).
- Senegal qualifying record: 1st in Group B, CAF qualification
- Senegal captain: Sadio Mane
- Senegal World Cup odds: 100/1
- Senegal to win Group I: 15/2
- Senegal star player: Sadio Mane
- Senegal player to watch: Iliman Ndiaye
- Senegal World Cup best finish: Quarter-final in 2002
- Senegal World Cup appearances: 4 (including 2026)
- Senegal World Cup matches played: 12
- Senegal World Cup matches won: 5
- Senegal World Cup matches drawn: 3
- Senegal World Cup matches lost: 4
- Senegal World Cup goals scored: 16
- Senegal World Cup matches conceded: 17
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