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France struggles against Senegal in ongoing World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:57 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

France struggles against Senegal in ongoing World Cup match

Summary

France is facing difficulties against Senegal in their World Cup match on June 16, 2026. Despite having a strong squad, France has struggled to create notable attacking opportunities. Senegal nearly took the lead when Nicolas Jackson hit the post and Ismaïla Sarr later missed a close-range chance. The match remains ongoing as both teams head into the second half with Senegal showing strong defensive and attacking performances.

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Key Details

•Match taking place on June 16, 2026.
•France has struggled to generate attacks.
•Senegal's Nicolas Jackson hit the post early.
•Ismaïla Sarr missed a key chance close to halftime.
•Game is still ongoing with both teams vying for control.

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7:57 PMYahoo Sports — 📸 What’s going on here?!?! Now even France are wobbling

What they're saying

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That Senegal are a strong team and that this would be no walk in the park for France today was fairly clear. But the fact that the French, with perhaps the best squad at the entire World Cup, are stru...
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