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France to play Iraq in 2026 World Cup group stage match
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SeneNews will provide live coverage of the 2026 World Cup group stage match between France and Iraq. The game is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026, at 9:00 PM Dakar time at Lincoln Financial Field. The coverage will include live scores, team compositions, and a minute-by-minute account of the match, with automatic updates on goals, substitutions, cards, and highlights. France's starting lineup includes Mike Maignan, Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne, Manu Koné, Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé, Bradley Barcola, and Kylian Mbappé, coached by Didier Deschamps. Iraq's starting lineup features Ahmed Basil, Hussein Ali, Zaid Tahseen, Akam Hashem, Merchas Doski, Amir Al-Ammari, Zaid Ismail, Ibrahim Bayesh, Zidane Iqbal, Ahmed Qasem, and Aymen Hussein, coached by Graham Arnold. Both teams are expected to play in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
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Rain has begun at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, less than two hours before the World Cup 2026 Group I match between Norway and Senegal. This second-day fixture is highly anticipated, as the Lions of Senegal need to respond after their 3-1 loss to France in their opening match. Weather conditions have been a concern early in the tournament in the United States. Earlier today, a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain in Philadelphia disrupted the France vs. Iraq match, activating FIFA's safety protocols. In New Jersey, weather alerts have also been issued, and organizers are closely monitoring the situation. However, current information indicates the risk level is lower than that observed in Philadelphia. FIFA and local authorities remain mobilized to ensure the safety of players, officials, and fans as attention turns to this crucial match between Erling Haaland's teammates and the Lions of Senegal.
Must ReadSeneNews will provide live coverage of the 2026 World Cup group stage match between Norway and Senegal, scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 00:00 Dakar time. The game will take place at MetLife Stadium. The live coverage will include real-time scores, goals, cards, and key moments. Compositions, statistics, and reactions will also be available for the match featuring the Lions of Senegal.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has expressed his condolences following the death of Mouhamadou Aïssata Ba, the Khalife of Guet Ardo. In a public message, the head of state stated he learned of the religious leader's passing with emotion. He extended his sympathies to the Khadre community, the people of Guet Ardo, and the entire Islamic Ummah. President Faye honored the memory of Mouhamadou Aïssata Ba, describing him as a religious man who dedicated his long life to serving the faith. He also offered prayers for the repose of his soul. The Khalife of Guet Ardo, located in the Department of Louga, passed away on Monday at his residence in Guet Ardo at approximately 95 years of age.