Senegal — World Cup 2026
Senegal are Africa's champions and one of the continent's most feared sides. The Lions of Teranga — led by legend Sadio Mane — have the talent, organisation and winning mentality to be a real force at the 2026 World Cup.
Key Storylines
African Champions
Senegal won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations — their first continental title. That breakthrough has given the squad an unshakeable belief. They know how to win tournaments under pressure. In 2022 they reached the round of 16, matching their 2002 generation's achievement.
Sadio Mane — Still Dangerous
Sadio Mane's Liverpool years made him a global superstar. Now at Al Nassr, he remains sharp and motivated at international level. For Senegal he is the difference-maker — goals, assists, and the experience of playing Champions League finals and winning Afcons. He will be 34 in 2026.
Explosive Wide Play
Senegal's attacking play through Ismaila Sarr and Iliman Ndiaye on the wings gives them an explosive dimension that is difficult to contain. Both are Ligue 1 regulars with pace, direct running, and the ability to create chances in tight spaces. They can torment any defence.
Senegal Highlights
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10-Minute Match | Mane & Senegal Jump On Japan | 2018 FIFA World Cup
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10-Minute Match | England Impress Against Senegal | 2022 FIFA World Cup Round of 16
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Wild 3 Goal Comeback | Senegal vs Uruguay | 2002 FIFA World Cup
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FULL MATCH: France v Senegal | Group Stage | 2002 FIFA WORLD CUP KOREA/JAPAN™
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1-Minute Match | England vs Senegal | 2022 FIFA World Cup Round of 16
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1-Minute Match | France vs Senegal | 2002 FIFA World Cup SHOCKER
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Analysis & Previews
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View AllSenegal stripped of AFCON title with rivals Morocco handed trophy instead - 58 DAYS after hot-tempered clash which saw them walk off in protest at a late penalty
The Confederation of African Football appeal board have taken the unprecedented action after Senegal's players walked off the field in …
Senegal stripped of AFCON title
AFCON statement in full as Morocco named champions and Senegal sanctions confirmed
Senegal have seen their AFCON title taken away from them by the Confederation of African Football after they were deemed …
AFCON final result REVERSED after Senegal chaos as extraordinary statement issued
Senegal had won the Africa Cup of Nations final 1-0 back in January, but Morocco have now been crowned as …
Senegal stripped of Africa Cup of Nations title over walkout protest in final
Morocco declared 3-0 winners after appeal is upheld Senegal’s players walked off pitch over penalty call Morocco have been awarded …
Senegal star's incredible social media post mocking AFCON final U-turn
CAF crowning Morocco as Africa Cup of Nations champions instead of Senegal two months after the final has only reignited …
Furious Senegal confirm their next steps after being stripped of AFCON title
Senegal have responded to the Confederation of African Football's decision to strip them of their Africa Cup of Nations title …
Senegal refuse to hand back AFCON trophy and call decision to strip them of their title 'corrupt'
Senegal are refusing to hand back their AFCON trophy and have threatened legal action after they were extraordinarily stripped of …
Senegal REFUSE to hand back Africa Cup of Nations trophy and call decision to strip them of their title and give it to Morocco 58 days later 'corrupt' - after they walked off the pitch before winning
Senegal are refusing to hand back their AFCON trophy and have threatened legal action after they were extraordinarily stripped of …