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Senegal's Mendy cites lack of focus in 3-1 loss to France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:29 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Senegal's Mendy cites lack of focus in 3-1 loss to France

Summary

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy stated his team suffered from a lack of concentration during their 3-1 defeat to France in their World Cup opener on June 16. Despite leading at halftime, Senegal failed to convert chances, allowing France to capitalize with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Bradley Barcola. Mendy emphasized that even with the loss, the group remains competitive and highlighted the need to improve against their next opponents. Senegal will face Norway next Monday, followed by Iraq days later.

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By the Numbers

•Senegal lost 3-1 to France in their World Cup opener.
•Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France, and Bradley Barcola added one.
•Mendy noted a lack of execution on Senegal's game plan.
•The team faces Norway next Monday and Iraq four days later.

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10:29 PMYahoo Sports — Lack of concentration cost us against France, says Senegal's Mendy

What they're saying

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Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy said his side had paid for taking their eye off the ball at critical moments in the 3-1 defeat by France in their opening World Cup match on Tuesday."As I said even if we won this match, the group would still be open," said Mendy, who plays his club football for Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli.
— Yahoo Sports

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