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Group I

Senegal

Senegal are in Group I with France, Iraq, Norway. Their verified group route starts against France in New York/New Jersey, continues with Norway in New York/New Jersey, and closes against Iraq in Toronto.

Group I · CAF side. Senegal open against France and Norway in New York/New Jersey before the closer with Iraq in Toronto.

Group facts

Group

Group I

Confederation

CAF

Opponents

France, Iraq, Norway

First match

June 16, 2026

Last match

June 26, 2026

Quick team snapshot

Senegal start with a two-match base in New York/New Jersey, then only move before the final group date in Toronto.

  • Opening match: June 16, 2026 against France in New York/New Jersey.
  • New York/New Jersey hosts the opener and the second match before the route shifts to Toronto.
  • Closing match: June 26, 2026 against Iraq in Toronto.
  • Group-stage window: 10 days from the opener to the closer.

FAQ

When does Senegal open the group stage?
June 16, 2026 against France at New York New Jersey Stadium (New York/New Jersey) in New York/New Jersey.
When is Senegal's second group match?
June 22, 2026 against Norway at New York New Jersey Stadium (New York/New Jersey) in New York/New Jersey.
How much time does Senegal get between group matches?
6 days separate the opener and second match, and 4 days separate the second match and the group closer.
Which city hosts the first two Senegal group matches?
New York/New Jersey hosts the opener against France and the second match against Norway before the closer in Toronto.
When does Senegal close the group stage?
June 26, 2026 against Iraq at Toronto Stadium (Toronto) in Toronto.