On June 16, 2026, France, the 2022 World Cup runner-up, played its first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Senegal at 9 PM local time. The match was part of the group stage, as confirmed by FIFA's official schedule.
France entered the tournament as a top contender, while Senegal, the reigning African Cup of Nations champion, aimed to advance past the group stage for the first time since 2002. The match was held at a venue in the United States, co-host of the 2026 World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico.
As of the latest updates, the match result is not yet available. This article will be updated with verified details once the final score is confirmed by official sources.
