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Senegal thrashes 10-man Iraq 5-0 to keep knockout hopes alive

Senegal defeated Iraq 5-0 on Friday, June 26, 2026, in the FIFA World Cup Group I match after Iraq's defender Rebin Sulaka was sent off in the 12th minute for pulling down Sadio Mane.

Iraq's early red card left them with ten men for over 75 minutes, allowing Senegal to secure three goals each from Pape Gueye and others while ending Iraq's chances of reaching the knockout stages.

This result keeps Senegal in contention for the round of 32 while eliminating Iraq from the tournament.

  • Iraq participated in the 2026 World Cup for the first time since 1986.
  • Sadio Mane scored his first World Cup goal in this match against Iraq.
  • Pape Gueye previously played for French club Marseille before joining Senegal's national team.
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