On June 16, 2026, the French national football team played a friendly match against Senegal at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis. The match served as preparation for both teams ahead of their respective upcoming tournaments.
France, the reigning World Cup champions, used the game to test new tactics and integrate younger players into the squad. Senegal, the African Cup of Nations holders, aimed to measure their progress against top-tier European opposition.
The match ended in a 2-1 victory for France, with goals from Kylian Mbappé and Eduardo Camavinga. Senegal's goal was scored by Sadio Mané. The result highlighted France's depth and Senegal's competitive spirit.
Both teams are expected to use this friendly as a benchmark for their strategies and player selections in the months ahead.
