2026 World Cup: Bad news for Senegal

This is a major blow for Senegal at the 2026 World Cup: Édouard Mendy has been officially ruled out of the final group stage match against Iraq.

The Lions of Teranga’s goalkeeper suffered a left knee injury during the previous clash against Norway. The Senegalese Football Federation has confirmed that he will not be available for this “last-chance” fixture. This absence comes at the worst possible time for a team already struggling in their group. Senegal now needs a convincing win to keep their qualification hopes alive.

Mendy, a key figure and locker-room leader, will therefore miss a decisive encounter where every detail will matter. Additional tests are still underway to determine the precise extent of his injury and how long he will be sidelined.

Aliou Toundé |

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