SenegalSeason Statistics
World Cup 2026Group ISeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup 2026(I)2026 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 3 |
Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026(A)2026 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
 Africa Cup of Nations(D)2025 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 |
Form (last 5)
Upcoming Fixtures
No upcoming fixtures
Standings
Standings of Group I in the World Cup 2026 group stage.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Qualification |  France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 9 |
| 2Qualification |  Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| 3Qualification |  Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 3 |
| 4Qualification |  Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -11 | 0 |
Full Squad
Goalkeepers
Defenders
Midfielders
5
Everton
6
Rayo Vallecano
8
Monaco
10
Al-Nassr
13Everton
14
Galatasaray
17
Tottenham
18
Crystal Palace
26
Villarreal
39
Key Players
Advanced Team Statistics
Average over the last 2 matches
Recent Results
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History of the Senegal national team
Founding and Early Years
The Senegal national team, nicknamed "the Lions of Teranga," is governed by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), founded in 1960, the year of the country's independence. Despite talented generations, it took a long time to convert that potential into a major trophy.
Team Evolution
Driven by a pool of talent playing in Europe's biggest leagues, Senegal's national team established itself over the past decade as one of the very top powers in African football.
Great Managers
Aliou Cissé, a former captain of the national team, delivered Senegal's first-ever major title by leading them to the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. Pape Thiaw now leads the Lions of Teranga, continuing that momentum.
Iconic Players
Sadio Mané, the architect of the 2021 continental triumph and scorer of the decisive final penalty, remains the most iconic figure of modern Senegalese football, having carried the national team to its greatest achievements.
Major Achievements
Senegal claimed their first-ever continental title in 2021 (played in 2022 in Cameroon), beating Egypt on penalties (4-2 after a 0-0 draw) in the final. At the 2026 World Cup, Senegal were eliminated in the Round of 32 by Belgium (2-3), a run that unfolded alongside the controversy surrounding the 2025 AFCON final against Morocco.
The Team Today
Under Pape Thiaw, Senegal continue to confirm their status among the top African nations in the FIFA World Ranking, driven by a still-competitive generation.
Overall record
Current unbeaten streak: 2 matchesBased on the last 17 matches played
Iraq🏠Morocco🏠Recent Arrivals
No recent arrivals recorded.
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Senegal's federation president has broken his silence following the team's early exit from the 2026 World Cup, launching sharp criticism at coach Pape Thiaw.
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2026 World Cup: African teams ranked by their FIFA prize money
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Between a decisive goal against Paraguay, a missed penalty versus Morocco, and a goal plus assist that sent France into the semi-final, Kylian Mbappé continues to stand out as one of the 2026 World Cup's key figures, with 8 goals to his name.
FIFA World Cup 2026For the first time in history: two Arab-African nations reach the 2026 World Cup round of 16
For the first time in World Cup history, two Arab-African nations have simultaneously qualified for the round of 16. Morocco and Egypt carry the African flag at the 2026 World Cup.
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Lionel Messi tops the 2026 World Cup scoring charts with 7 goals, with Kylian Mbappé close behind on 6. Here is the full top scorers ranking so far.
National TeamsWorld Cup 2026: Morocco are the only Arab and African team in the Round of 16 — with Egypt and Ghana still to play
Following the exits of Algeria, Senegal, Ivory Coast, South Africa and Congo DR, Morocco stand as the only confirmed Arab and African team in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Egypt and Ghana can still join them.
Frequently asked questions
When is Senegal's next match?+
No upcoming match is currently scheduled.
What is Senegal's current standing?+
Senegal are currently 3 in World Cup 2026 with 3 points.
When did Senegal win their first AFCON?+
In 2021 (played in 2022), beating Egypt on penalties.
Who scored the decisive penalty in the 2021 final?+
Sadio Mané.
How did Senegal's 2026 World Cup end?+
They were eliminated in the Round of 32 by Belgium (2-3).
Who led Senegal to their first continental title?+
Aliou Cissé, a former captain turned head coach, the architect of the 2021 triumph.
Who is Senegal's current head coach?+
Pape Thiaw.
When was the Senegalese Football Federation founded?+
The FSF was founded in 1960.