Did Senegal qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

Yes, Senegal qualified for the 2026 World Cup, topping their CAF qualifying group. It was Senegal's fourth appearance at the World Cup.

What group was Senegal in for World Cup 2026?

Senegal was drawn into Group I for the World Cup 2026. Group I played its matchdays between June 13 and June 26, 2026.

How far did Senegal go at the 2026 World Cup?

Senegal exited the 2026 World Cup in the Round of 32, after losing 3-2 to Belgium. They had successfully advanced from Group I.

Where did Senegal play their World Cup 2026 matches?

Senegal's three group-stage fixtures were split across United States venues. Prior to the tournament, Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City and Levi's Stadium in the Bay Area were considered likely venues for teams with strong West African support.

How did prediction markets price Senegal's chances to win the World Cup 2026?

Before the tournament, Senegal traded in the low single digits as an outright title probability on US prediction markets, considered outside the top fifteen contenders. Their eventual exit in the Round of 32 aligned with the lower end of market expectations for their knockout stage progression.

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Senegal at the 2026 World Cup: Group, Performance & Markets

By Catie Di StefanoPublished May 21, 2026Updated August 6, 2026

Senegal qualified for the 2026 World Cup and exited in the Round of 32 after a 3-2 loss to Belgium. This guide reviews their performance.

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Senegal at the 2026 World Cup: Group, Performance & Markets

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Frequently asked questions

Did Senegal qualify for the 2026 World Cup?: Yes, Senegal qualified for the 2026 World Cup, topping their CAF qualifying group. It was Senegal's fourth appearance at the World Cup.
What group was Senegal in for World Cup 2026?: Senegal was drawn into Group I for the World Cup 2026. Group I played its matchdays between June 13 and June 26, 2026.
How far did Senegal go at the 2026 World Cup?: Senegal exited the 2026 World Cup in the Round of 32, after losing 3-2 to Belgium. They had successfully advanced from Group I.
Where did Senegal play their World Cup 2026 matches?: Senegal's three group-stage fixtures were split across United States venues. Prior to the tournament, Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City and Levi's Stadium in the Bay Area were considered likely venues for teams with strong West African support.
How did prediction markets price Senegal's chances to win the World Cup 2026?: Before the tournament, Senegal traded in the low single digits as an outright title probability on US prediction markets, considered outside the top fifteen contenders. Their eventual exit in the Round of 32 aligned with the lower end of market expectations for their knockout stage progression.

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