When is France vs Senegal at World Cup 2026?

France vs Senegal is scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 19:00 UTC at MetLife Stadium in New York.

What group are France and Senegal in?

Both teams are in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Where is France vs Senegal being played?

The match is at MetLife Stadium in New York, which has a capacity of 82,500 seats.

What are the FIFA rankings for France and Senegal?

France is ranked #2 and Senegal is ranked #20 in the FIFA World Rankings.

Group Stage · Group I

France vs Senegal

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · 19:00 UTC · MetLife Stadium, New York

France

Les Bleus

FIFA Ranking#2

CoachDidier Deschamps

Key PlayerKylian Mbappe

WC Appearances16

Best FinishWinners (2x: 1998, 2018)

ExpectationsContender

Les Bleus were agonizingly close in 2022, losing the Final on penalties. Mbappe leads a squad of incredible depth seeking redemption and a third star.

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Senegal

Lions of Teranga

FIFA Ranking#20

CoachAliou Cisse

Key PlayerSadio Mane

WC Appearances4

Best FinishQuarter-Finals (2002)

ExpectationsCompetitive

AFCON champions and consistent performers, the Lions of Teranga have become one of Africa's most reliable World Cup contenders with real depth across the pitch.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

FranceFIFA RankingSenegal

#2 - #20

FranceWC AppearancesSenegal

16 - 4

Group I Context

Les Bleus seek to go one better than their 2022 Final heartbreak. Haaland makes his World Cup debut.

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Venue

MetLife Stadium

East Rutherford, NJ, USA · Capacity: 82,500

The crown jewel of World Cup 2026, MetLife Stadium will host the Final. As one of the largest NFL stadiums, it offers an incredible atmosphere for the biggest matches.

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