Senegal scores early as Iraq sees red in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:22 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Senegal took an early lead against Iraq in their World Cup match, scoring within the first four minutes. The situation worsened for Iraq when Rebin Sulaka received a red card shortly after, leaving his team with ten players. This match is critical for Senegal, as they aim to advance to the knockout stage. The team's previous performances have shown promise, despite defeats to stronger opponents, France and Norway. Senegal needs a win to maintain their chances of progressing.
- •Senegal scored in the fourth minute against Iraq.
- •Rebin Sulaka of Iraq received a red card in the ninth minute.
- •This match is vital for Senegal's chances of reaching the round of 32.
- •Senegal performed strongly in previous matches against France and Norway.
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — 📸 Red card and goal conceded! World Cup side in instant chaos
"It couldn’t have gone any better for Senegal. After the ball was already nestling in the Iraqis’ net in the fourth minute, the current bottom side of the group reduced themselves to ten men around...
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