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France faces Senegal in World Cup match at MetLife Stadium

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

France faces Senegal in World Cup match at MetLife Stadium
Summary

France will play Senegal on June 16 at MetLife Stadium in the World Cup. This marks France's 17th appearance in the tournament, having won it twice, while Senegal competes for the fourth time. In their last matches, France defeated Northern Ireland 3-1 in a friendly, whereas Senegal managed a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. The match is scheduled to be broadcast live at 20:00 on BBC One.

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  • •France and Senegal meet on June 16 in the World Cup.
  • •Match held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  • •France won its last friendly 3-1 against Northern Ireland.
  • •Senegal drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia in its last match.
  • •Broadcast live on BBC One at 20:00.
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  • 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — PREVIEW | France vs Senegal: team news, lineups, predictions (World Cup 16/06)
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World Cup favourites France kick off their tournament on Tuesday when they face Senegal.Didier Deschamps is hoping to go out on a high in his last tournament in charge of his national side by winning ...

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Senegal and France begin their World Cup campaign on Tuesday as they face each other in a Group I encounter at the New York, New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford.Senegal arrive with mixed recent result...

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France and Senegal face each other this Tuesday at the MetLife Stadium of the World Cup. France, who have already won this tournament 2 times, mark their 17th participation in the competition, whilst ...

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