Senegal vs Iraq Live Score – Commentary & Match Report
Senegal vs Iraq Live
Waiting for kickoff. The live score, match status, and key events will update here when Group I reaches Toronto Stadium.
Match Stats
Possession, shots, corners, cards, and passing data will appear after the official match feed starts.
Lineups
Official starting XIs remain team sheet pending until FIFA publishes them before kickoff.
Head To Head
No previous verified senior meeting is listed, so Toronto starts the Senegal vs Iraq record.
Senegal vs Iraq live score coverage follows Group I Match 62 at Toronto Stadium on 26 June 2026. Senegal and Iraq enter the final group match on zero points, with third-place ranking hopes still tied to the result.
The match kicks off at 15:00 ET in Toronto. The live score card will update goals, commentary, stats, lineups, and match status once the official feed starts.
Senegal vs Iraq Match Details
FIFA lists Senegal vs Iraq as Group I Match 62 at Toronto Stadium. Ticket listings place the fixture at BMO Field in Toronto, with a 15:00 local start.
The fixture runs at the same time as Norway vs France in Boston. France and Norway have already qualified, so Senegal and Iraq need a win to keep any third-place case alive.
| Detail | Verified Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Senegal vs Iraq |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Group | Group I |
| Match Number | 62 |
| Kickoff | 15:00 ET, 26 June 2026 |
| Venue | Toronto Stadium, Toronto |
| Live Score Status | Upcoming |
| Lineup Status | Team sheet pending |
Senegal Form and Stats
Senegal have lost both Group I matches, but their goal difference is still better than Iraq’s. They scored three times across defeats to France and Norway, so their attack has shown signs of life.
Pape Thiaw’s team need a win to have any chance of entering the third-place conversation. A draw leaves Senegal on one point, which is unlikely to be enough in the expanded format.
| Senegal Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #15 |
| Coach | Pape Thiaw |
| Group I Record | 0 wins, 0 draws, 2 losses |
| Goal Difference | -3 |
| Group Position | Third before final matchday |
| Key Players | Sadio Mané, Nicolas Jackson, Ismaïla Sarr, Pape Matar Sarr |
Iraq Form and Stats
Iraq also have zero points after defeats against Norway and France. Their minus-six goal difference means they need a win and help from the wider third-place table.
Jesús Casas’ side must improve defensive spacing after conceding seven goals in two matches. Iraq also need sharper attacking execution because goal difference can decide third-place ranking.
| Iraq Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #57 |
| Coach | Jesús Casas |
| Group I Record | 0 wins, 0 draws, 2 losses |
| Goal Difference | -6 |
| Group Position | Fourth before final matchday |
| Key Players | Ali Jasim, Aymen Hussein, Zidane Iqbal, Hussein Ali |
Senegal Team News
Senegal’s official starting XI remains team sheet pending until FIFA releases lineups before kickoff. The main selection issue is how aggressive Thiaw becomes because only a win gives Senegal a useful route.
Mané and Jackson give Senegal speed and penalty-box movement. Pape Matar Sarr can also push the tempo if Iraq sit deeper to protect the early scoreline.
Iraq Team News
Iraq’s official team sheet is also pending. Casas must decide whether to add midfield protection or keep enough attacking players on the pitch to chase a needed win.
Ali Jasim and Aymen Hussein are the key attacking outlets. Iraq need them involved early because Senegal’s transition speed can punish long spells of pressure without end product.
Head to Head Record
Senegal and Iraq have no previous verified senior meeting before this World Cup fixture. The Toronto match starts the official record between the two national teams.
That lack of history makes current form more important than H2H trends. Senegal hold the ranking edge, while Iraq need the cleaner defensive reset.
| H2H Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Senior Meetings Found | 0 |
| Senegal Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Iraq Wins | 0 |
| Goals | Senegal 0, Iraq 0 |
| Last Meeting | First verified senior meeting |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
Key Players to Watch
Sadio Mané remains Senegal’s reference point in decisive attacking moments. His runs from wide and central zones can break a match that Iraq need to keep tight.
Nicolas Jackson gives Senegal vertical movement and pressing energy. If Iraq leave space behind the full-backs, Jackson can turn Senegal’s direct play into clear chances.
Aymen Hussein gives Iraq a penalty-box target, while Ali Jasim can create from wider areas. Iraq need both players to reduce pressure on a defence that has conceded too often.
Match Outlook and Stakes
Senegal enter with the stronger ranking, better goal difference, and more proven attacking talent. Iraq enter with less margin because their goal difference is already heavy.
The match should become more open if it stays level beyond halftime. Both teams need three points, so game state matters more than historical matchups.
The tactical pressure point is Senegal’s transition speed against Iraq’s defensive block. If Iraq concede first, they may have to chase in spaces that Senegal can attack.
Group I Standings Card
Group I standings below reflect confirmed results before the final matchday. France and Norway have six points each, while Senegal and Iraq enter Toronto on zero points.
| Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| Norway | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| Senegal | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 0 |
| Iraq | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 0 |
Match Commentary
Live commentary will track goals, cards, substitutions, tactical shifts, and full-time notes during Senegal vs Iraq.