Tyler Kolek supports Senegal in World Cup matchup against France
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
In a recent moment captured by IShowSpeed during the World Cup, New York Knicks champion Tyler Kolek expressed his support for Senegal in their match against France. He cited his affiliation with Puma, the brand behind Senegal's national kit, while making a bold prediction of a 3-1 victory for Senegal. The match, held at New York/New Jersey Stadium, ended with France winning 3-1, featuring two goals from Kylian Mbappe. Despite being incorrect about the outcome, Kolek's prediction aligned with the final score. This interaction highlighted the ongoing crossover between basketball and soccer this summer.
- •Tyler Kolek supported Senegal during their match against France.
- •Kolek predicted a 3-1 victory for Senegal before the match.
- •The match finished with France winning 3-1 over Senegal.
- •Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France in the contest.
- •The event connects the Knicks' championship excitement with the World Cup.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks champion Tyler Kolek tells IShowSpeed why he was supporting Senegal vs France at World Cup
"Tyler Kolek’s NBA title celebrations quickly spread beyond New York Knicks fans, as the guard stepped into one of the early viral moments of the World Cup. France vs Senegal already had a major tournament feel, and IShowSpeed’s presence around the match added another layer of attention.
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