France and Senegal open Group I in East Rutherford on Tuesday in a meeting shaped as much by history as by present-day ambition, bringing together a...

France and Senegal open Group I in East Rutherford on Tuesday in a meeting shaped as much by history as by present-day ambition, bringing together a...

France faces Senegal in a thrilling World Cup rematch, echoing their historic 2002 upset and showcasing evolving football styles.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 15 : France coach Didier Deschamps said his side were not out for revenge in their World Cup opener against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after an…

One of the pre-tournament favorites begins its World Cup campaign against a dangerous Senegalese side.

Two-time champions France begin their Group I campaign by taking on Senegal in New York New Jersey on Tuesday.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 15 : Senegal coach Pape Thiaw was a player on the sidelines 24 years ago when his country beat France 1-0 in a shock result at the World Cup - now, he…

France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening…

JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN - OCTOBER 10: Players of Senegal celebrate a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between South Sudan and Senegal at the National Stadium in Juba, the…

A repeat of the 2002 opening game has been billed as one of the most anticipated group stage matches of the tournament.

Group I of the 2026 Fifa World Cup is set to kick off today, bringing together a fascinating mix of former champions, historic giant-killers, a generational superstar, and a…

Les Bleus will be wary of carrying the favourites tag when they begin their quest for a third World Cup title against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after their shock defeat against…

Didier Deschamps is playing down comparisons to the 2002 World Cup but has demanded his players remain humble