Sadio Mane included in Senegal's World Cup squad for summer tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:01 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Sadio Mane has been named in Senegal's 26-man roster for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, with Senegal's first match against France set for June 16. Mane, who missed the 2022 World Cup due to a knee injury, is joined by players such as Nicolas Jackson and Ismaila Sarr. Head coach Pape Thiaw has made notable selections, including dropping defenders Moustapha Mbow and Ilay Camara. Senegal is looking to improve on its footballing fortunes after a controversial finish in the last Africa Cup of Nations.
- •Mane plays for Al-Nassr and previously starred for Liverpool and Bayern Munich.
- •Senegal's squad includes notable players from top European clubs.
- •Senegal opens their World Cup campaign on June 16 against France.
- •The World Cup features an expanded format with 48 teams competing.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Mane named in Senegal's 26-man World Cup squad
"Al-Nassr forward Sadio Mane is included in Senegal's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.
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