France vs Senegal: World Cup Group Stage Matchup

France will face Senegal in World Cup Group I action on 16 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled at 2026-06-16T19:00:00Z at MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey. This fixture marks an early test in the group for both nations as they begin their campaigns on neutral ground.

Competition: World Cup

Round: Group Stage - 1

Date & Time: 2026-06-16T19:00:00Z

Venue: MetLife Stadium

According to the current Group I standings, France enter the match ranked 1st with 0 points, while Senegal are 2nd, also on 0 points. With all teams yet to play, the opening game is set to shape the early group dynamics and could prove decisive in the race for qualification from Group I.

Both teams will be aiming to set the tone for their tournament with a strong performance and a first positive result on the board.

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