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Senegal leads Iraq after strong second half in World Cup clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:43 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Senegal leads Iraq after strong second half in World Cup clash

Summary

Senegal is showing strong potential to advance to the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup after a solid second-half performance against ten-man Iraq. Initially struggling to create chances, Senegal capitalized on a red card to Iraq and Ismaila Sarr’s goal after halftime. Pape Gueye, also a substitute, added two goals to cement Senegal's advantage. Currently fifth among third-placed teams, Senegal must be among the best third-placed teams to secure qualification. Iraq, who have conceded the most goals in the tournament, are facing elimination with their performance.

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By the Numbers

•Senegal is currently fifth among the third-placed teams.
•Ismaila Sarr and Pape Gueye each scored to boost Senegal.
•Iraq is down to ten players due to an early red card.
•Iraq has conceded the most goals in the tournament so far.

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9:43 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Five-star Senegal on brink of qualification after big win over ten-man Iraq

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Senegal produced a stunning second-half performance against ten-man Iraq to boost their hopes of making the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup. Former Bayern attackers Sadio Mané and Nicolas Jackson f...
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