Senegal reignited their FIFA 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 5-0 victory over Iraq at Toronto Stadium, keeping their hopes of reaching the Round of 32 alive.
The emphatic win moved the Lions of Teranga into third place in Group I with three points and a vastly improved goal difference.
The result also lifted them into the qualification places among the best third-placed teams, pushing Scotland out of the top eight, although Pape Thiaw’s side must still rely on results elsewhere to secure their place in the knockout rounds.
After opening the tournament with defeats to France and Norway, Senegal produced an almost flawless display when it mattered most.
They made the perfect start, taking the lead after just four minutes when Abdoulaye Seck’s header from a corner deflected off Habib Diarra and wrong-footed Iraq goalkeeper Ahmed Basil. Related News Yamal’s return sparks Spain to 4-0 rout of Saudi Arabia Malaysia's Palm Oil Council eyes Nigeria expansion as demand grows Usyk vacates heavyweight world titles amid retirement fears
