Sarr scores twice as Senegal falls to Norway in World Cup

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Sarr scores twice as Senegal falls to Norway in World Cup
Summary

Senegal's hopes of advancing in the 2026 World Cup were dampened by a 3-2 loss to Norway in New York-New Jersey. The team struggled to overcome a two-goal deficit despite Ismaïla Sarr's brace, which tied him with Papa Bouba Diop for the most goals by a Senegalese player in World Cup history. Senegal must secure a decisive victory against Iraq in their final group match to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.

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  • Senegal lost 3-2 to Norway in World Cup group play.
  • Ismaïla Sarr scored two goals, bringing his total to three in the tournament.
  • Sarr is now tied with Papa Bouba Diop for the most World Cup goals for Senegal.
  • Senegal needs a win against Iraq to have a chance at advancing.
  • The loss leaves Senegal on the edge of elimination from the tournament.
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  • 7:43 AMYahoo Sports🙏 Sarr joins national icon in Senegal's World Cup pantheon
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Senegal are on the precipice of missing out on the Round of 32 and crashing out of the 2026 World Cup after a narrow loss against dark horse Norway in New York-New Jersey.Led by the expected goalscor...

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