Senegal eliminates Iraq with 5-0 win in World Cup group match

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Senegal eliminates Iraq with 5-0 win in World Cup group match

Summary

Senegal secured a record-breaking 5-0 victory over 10-man Iraq in their World Cup group stage match on June 26, 2026. This win marks Senegal as the first African side to score five goals in a single World Cup game, helping them to a provisional spot in the round of 32. Senegal took control early, scoring from a corner and capitalizing on a red card issued to Iraq’s Rebin Sulaka for denying a clear scoring opportunity. Key players included Ismaila Sarr, Iliman Ndiaye, and Pape Gueye, who all found the net, ensuring a substantial goal difference as their group matches conclude.

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•Senegal beats Iraq 5-0 in World Cup group play
•Rebin Sulaka received a red card for Iraq
•Ismaila Sarr, Iliman Ndiaye, and Pape Gueye scored for Senegal
•Senegal secures a provisional spot in the round of 32
•Match played in Toronto on June 26, 2026

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Ollie Whitmore, Chief football news reporterStandings provided bySofascoreSenegal became the first African side to score five goals in a single World Cup game by thrashing 10-man Iraq 5-0 to eliminate...
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