Senegal leads Iraq 1-0 with a player sent off after 13 minutes

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Senegal leads Iraq 1-0 with a player sent off after 13 minutes
Summary

Senegal is facing Iraq at BMO Field in Toronto during the final matchday of Group I. The match started with Senegal taking the lead just four minutes in, with Diarra credited for a goal following a corner. Iraq's situation worsened when Sulaka received a red card after a VAR review for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity, leaving Iraq with ten men after only 13 minutes. Both teams entered the match with zero points following previous losses to France and Norway, with Senegal needing a significant victory to maintain hopes of qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams.

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  • Senegal leads Iraq 1-0 after four minutes.
  • Iraq down to ten men after Sulaka's red card.
  • Match taking place at BMO Field in Toronto.
  • Both teams previously lost to France and Norway.
  • Senegal needs a big-margin victory to qualify.
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  • 7:21 PMYahoo Sports📸 Iraq down to 10 after 13 mins: Senegal ahead, need a rout
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