A heavyweight clash brings together France national football team and Senegal national football team in the opening of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, as the “Les Bleus” stars face the “Teranga Lions” in a match eagerly awaited by football fans around the world. Kick-off is scheduled for 10:00 PM (Saudi and Egypt time), with live coverage on beIN Sports HD and FOX Sports.
How to Watch France vs Senegal Live Stream?
The match can be followed through several official sports channels and platforms broadcasting the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
- beIN Sports HD
- FOX Sports
- FOX One
Pre-match coverage will include extensive analysis studios discussing tactical aspects and the latest news from both national teams.
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France vs Senegal – Full Match Details (World Cup 2026)
All eyes are on MetLife Stadium, which will host the France vs Senegal match on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as part of the opening round of the group stage in the FIFA World Cup 2026 held in the United States.
Match Kick-off Times:
- 10:00 PM – Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar
- 09:00 PM – Egypt, Libya, Sudan
- 08:00 PM – Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
- 10:00 PM – Bahrain, Kuwait
- 11:00 PM – UAE, Oman
- 07:00 PM – GMT
Referee of France vs Senegal
FIFA has appointed Australian-Iranian international referee Ali رضا Faghani to officiate this match. He is considered one of the most experienced referees in world football in recent years.
Expected Line-ups
France National Team
- Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan
- Defense: Jules Koundé, William Saliba, Ibrahima Konaté, Theo Hernández
- Midfield: Aurélien Tchouaméni, N’Golo Kanté, Adrien Rabiot
- Attack: Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, Marcus Thuram
Senegal National Team
- Goalkeeper: Édouard Mendy
- Defense: Youssouf Sabaly, Kalidou Koulibaly, Abdou Diallo, Ismail Jakobs
- Midfield: Pape Matar Sarr, Nampalys Mendy, Idrissa Gueye
- Attack: Ismaïla Sarr, Sadio Mané, Nicolas Jackson
Key Players to Watch
France
- Kylian Mbappé
- Ousmane Dembélé
- N’Golo Kanté
- William Saliba
Senegal
- Sadio Mané
- Édouard Mendy
- Ismaïla Sarr
- Nicolas Jackson
Match Prediction: France vs Senegal
The match is expected to be highly competitive, with France holding greater experience in major tournaments, while Senegal relies on speed, physical strength, and the ability to surprise opponents.
Despite France’s advantage on paper, Senegal has the potential to cause an upset.
Predicted score: France 2–1 Senegal
FAQs – France vs Senegal World Cup 2026
- When is France vs Senegal in the 2026 World Cup?
The match will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:00 PM Saudi and Mecca time.
- Which channels broadcast the match?
The match will be shown on beIN Sports HD, FOX Sports, and FOX One.
- Where is the match played?
The match will be held at MetLife Stadium in New York / New Jersey, United States.
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