Senegal
Senegal’s World Cup performances establish it as one of Africa’s strongest competitors on the global stage. Their greatest moment came in 2002, when Senegal reached the quarterfinals and became only the second African team in history to advance to the last eight. With three appearances—2002, 2018, and 2022—the Lions of Teranga stunned the world in the 2002 opener by defeating defending champions France, a result still regarded as one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history. The team’s modern success continued with a Round of 16 appearance in 2022, making Senegal one of the few African nations to advance from the group stage multiple times and reinforcing its reputation as a powerhouse in African football.
Discover the official Senegal squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Explore player profiles, positions, and key stats for each member of the team as they prepare to compete on football’s biggest stage.
Krépin Diatta
Defender
Feb 25, 1999
Ismaïla Sarr
Attacker
Feb 25, 1998
Idrissa Gana Gueye
Midfielder
Sep 26, 1989
Abdoulaye Seck
Defender
Jun 4, 1992
Pape Cherif Ndiaye
Attacker
Jan 23, 1996
Yehvann Diouf
Goalkeeper
Nov 16, 1999
Pape Alassane Gueye
Midfielder
Jan 24, 1999
Boulaye Dia
Attacker
Nov 16, 1996
Moussa Niakhaté
Defender
Mar 8, 1996
Mory Diaw
Goalkeeper
Jun 22, 1993
Ismail Joshua Jakobs
Defender
Aug 17, 1999
Pape Matar Sarr
Midfielder
Sep 14, 2002
Mamadou Sarr
Defender
Aug 29, 2005
Nicolas Jackson
Attacker
Jun 20, 2001
Antoine Mendy
Defender
May 27, 2004
Mouhamadou Habib Diarra
Midfielder
Jan 3, 2004
Lamine Camara
Midfielder
Jan 1, 2004
Assane Diao Diaoune
Attacker
Sep 7, 2005
El Hadji Malick Diouf
Defender
Dec 28, 2004
Ibrahim Mbaye
Attacker
Jan 24, 2008
Meet the coaching staff behind Senegal’s World Cup 2026 campaign. Learn about the head coach, assistant coaches, and support team who are responsible for preparing the squad and leading them on the path to glory.
Pape Bouna Thiaw
Birthday:
Feb 5, 1981
Nationality:
Senegal
Marie Joseph Francois Koto
Birthday:
Mar 10, 1956
Nationality:
Senegal
Explore the most recent matches played by Senegal in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get insights into match results, key moments, and player performances.
Senegal vs Gambia
3 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade, Diamniadio
Senegal vs Peru
2 : 0
Mar 28, 2026 • Friendlies
Stade de France, Paris
Senegal vs Morocco
0 : 3
Jan 18, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah, Rabat
Senegal vs Egypt
1 : 0
Jan 14, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Mali vs Senegal
0 : 1
Jan 9, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Sudan
3 : 1
Jan 3, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Benin vs Senegal
0 : 3
Dec 30, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Congo DR
1 : 1
Dec 27, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Botswana
3 : 0
Dec 23, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Kenya
8 : 0
Nov 18, 2025 • Friendlies
Follow Senegal’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026, from the qualification process to their performance in the tournament. See how they secured their spot and what challenges they faced along the way.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Jun 4, 2022 | Senegal vs Benin | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 3:1 |
2 | Jun 7, 2022 | Rwanda vs Senegal | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 0:1 |
3 | Mar 24, 2023 | Senegal vs Mozambique | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 5:1 |
4 | Mar 28, 2023 | Mozambique vs Senegal | Estádio Nacional do Zimpeto | Maputo | 0:1 |
5 | Jun 17, 2023 | Benin vs Senegal | Stade de l'Amitié | Cotonou | 1:1 |
6 | Sep 9, 2023 | Senegal vs Rwanda | Stade Huye | Butare | 1:1 |
7 | Nov 18, 2023 | Senegal vs South Sudan | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 4:0 |
8 | Nov 21, 2023 | Togo vs Senegal | Stade de Kégué | Lomé | 0:0 |
9 | Jun 6, 2024 | Senegal vs Congo DR | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 1:1 |
10 | Jun 9, 2024 | Mauritania vs Senegal | Stade Cheikha Ould Boidiya | Nouakchott | 0:1 |
11 | Sep 6, 2024 | Senegal vs Burkina Faso | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 1:1 |
12 | Sep 9, 2024 | Burundi vs Senegal | Bingu National Stadium | Lilongwe | 0:1 |
13 | Oct 11, 2024 | Senegal vs Malawi | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 4:0 |
14 | Oct 15, 2024 | Malawi vs Senegal | Bingu National Stadium | Lilongwe | 0:1 |
15 | Nov 14, 2024 | Burkina Faso vs Senegal | Stade 26 Mars | Bamako | 0:1 |
16 | Nov 19, 2024 | Senegal vs Burundi | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 2:0 |
17 | Dec 22, 2024 | Liberia vs Senegal | Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium | Monrovia | 1:1 |
18 | Dec 28, 2024 | Senegal vs Liberia | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 3:0 |
19 | Mar 22, 2025 | Sudan vs Senegal | Martyrs of February Stadium | Benghazi | 0:0 |
20 | Mar 25, 2025 | Senegal vs Togo | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 2:0 |
21 | Sep 5, 2025 | Senegal vs Sudan | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 2:0 |
22 | Sep 9, 2025 | Congo DR vs Senegal | Stade des Martyrs | Kinshasa | 2:3 |
23 | Oct 10, 2025 | South Sudan vs Senegal | Juba Stadium | Juba | 0:5 |
24 | Oct 14, 2025 | Senegal vs Mauritania | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 4:0 |
Explore Senegal’s rich history in the FIFA World Cup, from their debut to their most memorable moments. Discover key matches, legendary players, and the team’s journey through past tournaments as they aim for glory in 2026.
Sadio Mané
Senegal’s all-time attacking leader and most influential player of the modern era. Mané was instrumental in winning the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, delivering key goals throughout the tournament. His pace, pressing, and finishing ability continue to define Senegal’s attacking identity.
Kalidou Koulibaly
Koulibaly is a long-time captain and defensive cornerstone, known for his aerial strength, positioning, and leadership at the back. Played a major role in Senegal’s AFCON triumph and remains a key organizer during World Cup qualification.
Idrissa Gueye
Gueye has been the engine of Senegal’s midfield for over a decade, known for ball recovery, discipline, and tactical awareness. He was crucial in controlling matches during AFCON 2021 and World Cup qualification campaigns.
Édouard Mendy
One of Africa’s most successful goalkeepers in recent history. Mendy is a vital part of Senegal’s AFCON-winning squad and a proven shot-stopper at the highest club level. His reliability provides stability in major tournaments.
Ismaïla Sarr
As a primary wide attacking outlet in recent years, Sarr offers speed, direct dribbling, and transitional threat. He has been a regular contributor in qualification matches and a constant danger on counter-attacks.
Pape Matar Sarr
Sarr represents the new generation of Senegal midfielders. With box-to-box energy, progression in possession, and pressing intensity, he is expected to be a central figure as Senegal transitions toward the 2026 World Cup cycle.
Aliou Cissé
A defining leader of Senegal’s rise, Cissé was a key figure of the early modern era and later became the coach who guided Senegal to historic heights. His long-term influence across generations secures his place among Senegal’s greats.
Papa Bouba Diop
A cult hero of Senegal’s breakthrough era, Bouba Diop is forever linked to Senegal’s most famous World Cup moment—scoring in the historic 2002 win over France. His power and presence in midfield made him a national icon.
El Hadji Diouf
The face of Senegal’s famous 2002 golden generation, Diouf was the standout attacking star of Senegal’s first World Cup run to the quarter-finals and was named AFCON 2002 Best Player. His impact made him one of Senegal’s most iconic legends.
Henri Camara
One of Senegal’s most productive forwards of the 2000s, Camara scored twice at the 2002 World Cup and delivered the famous golden-goal winner against Sweden to send Senegal into the quarter-finals.
Senegal will play its World Cup 2026 matches in the following stadiums across North America. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere and experience for fans, with state-of-the-art facilities and passionate local support. Check the schedule to see which stadiums will host Senegal’s group stage and potential knockout matches.
FIFA is employing a dynamic pricing model, so prices can go up or down depending on demand. Due to this, there is no specific price point as yet. Fans can expect prices to vary across tournament phases and matches. As a result, the lowest official stadium prices, for example, are anticipated to start from around $60, while premium hospitality packages can run up to $7,875.
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