Group I · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇸🇳 Senegal at World Cup 2026
Senegal enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group I alongside France, Norway, Iraq. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group I
Confederation
CAF
World Cups
4
Best result
Quarterfinals (2002)
Host nation
No
Senegal group-stage fixtures
Senegal plays three group-stage matches in Group I. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Jun 16 | 15:00 ET | 🇫🇷 France vs 🇸🇳 Senegal | Group I | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
| 41 | Jun 22 | 20:00 ET | 🇳🇴 Norway vs 🇸🇳 Senegal | Group I | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
| 62 | Jun 26 | 15:00 ET | 🇸🇳 Senegal vs 🇮🇶 Iraq | Group I | BMO Field, Toronto |
Group I opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Senegal at the 2026 World Cup
Senegal protagonizó la mayor sorpresa del Mundial 2002 al llegar a cuartos de final en su debut, eliminando al campeón defensor Francia. Los "Leones de Teranga", campeones de África en 2022, llegan a 2026 liderados por Sadio Mané como uno de los referentes del continente.
In 2026, Senegal faces France, Norway, Iraq in the group stage. The top two teams in Group I qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Senegal post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Senegal qualify from Group I?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group I
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group I with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group I
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Senegal in at the 2026 World Cup?
Senegal is in Group I with France, Norway, Iraq.
When does Senegal play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Senegal opens the group stage on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 15:00 ET at metlife.
How can Senegal qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group I advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Senegal can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Senegal appeared in?
Senegal has appeared in 4 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Quarterfinals (2002).
What is Senegal's best World Cup result?
Senegal's best result is Quarterfinals (2002).
Is Senegal a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Senegal qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Senegal play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Senegal plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group I opponents: France, Norway, Iraq. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.