27.06.2026 11:16
In the third and final matchday of Group I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Senegal defeated Iraq 5-0. With this result, Senegal increased their points to 3 and will wait to advance as one of the best third-placed teams. Iran ended the tournament without any points. By beating Iraq 5-0, Senegal became the first African team to score five goals in a World Cup match.
In the third and final week of Group I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Senegal faced Iraq. The match was played at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and Senegal won 5-0.
SENEGAL RAINED GOALS
The goals that secured the victory for Senegal were scored by Habib Diarra in the 4th minute, Sarr in the 56th minute, Habib Gueye in the 59th and 71st minutes, and Ndiaye in the 82nd minute.
WAITING FOR BEST THIRD-PLACE
With this result, Pape Thiaw's Senegal rose to 3 points and claimed third place. Iraq, on the other hand, bid farewell to the tournament without earning any points. Senegal's status among the best third-placed teams will be determined after the final week matches in other groups.
THEY ACHIEVED A FIRST
Senegal, raining goals on their opponent, also became the first African team to score five goals in a World Cup match.