Eli Manning watches France vs Senegal match at MetLife Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Eli Manning attended the France vs Senegal World Cup match at MetLife Stadium on June 17, 2026, with his son. The event marked a significant shift from Manning's NFL days, as he engaged with the game from the stands rather than the field. France won the match 3-1, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice. Manning has previously been involved in promoting the 2026 World Cup and expressed interest in attending this match, making his presence fitting for the occasion.
- •Eli Manning returned to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup match.
- •France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their Group I opener.
- •Kylian Mbappe scored two goals for France.
- •Manning explained soccer tactics to his son during the game.
- •He has been active in promoting the 2026 World Cup.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Former Giants QB Eli Manning spotted at old home stadium with son for France vs Senegal
"Eli Manning returned to familiar territory this week, but the occasion looked very different from his old New York Giants Sundays. The France vs Senegal World Cup match brought a global soccer crowd into the stadium Manning once called home.
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