World Cup 2026: Senegal off to a flying start against Iraq

26.06.26 FT World Cup

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It's the perfect start for Senegal. The Teranga Lions are already in front against Iraq at the Toronto stadium in the Group A clash of the World Cup.

From a perfectly delivered corner by Lamine Camara, Abdoulaye Seck soared above everyone and powered an unstoppable header into the net. A goal in the fourth minute—Senegal start with authority.

Seck was handed a starting spot in place of captain Kalidou Koulibaly, who had been struggling. It was a successful gamble by Pape Thiaw against an Iraqi defense that was already suffering from disciplinary issues.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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