France vs Senegal: How to Watch, Team Lineups & Match Details | World Cup 2026

The match between France and Senegal at the 2026 World Cup will begin on June 16, 2026, at 20:00 local time. The game takes place at New York/New Jersey Stadium as part of Group I fixtures.

Watching Options and VPN Use

If you want to watch securely or bypass regional restrictions, using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like ExpressVPN can help. By connecting to a server in a country where the broadcast is available, you can access streams that might otherwise be blocked.

• Download and install a trusted VPN app on your device.
• Connect to a server in the desired broadcast location.
• Clear browser cache or cookies to update your virtual location.
• Visit the broadcaster’s site or app to start streaming.

For viewing on a TV, many smart TVs and devices such as Amazon Fire Stick or Google Chromecast support VPN apps directly. For other devices like Apple TV or Roku, Smart DNS or screen mirroring from a VPN-connected device offers alternatives.

Injuries and Suspensions

Both teams head into this clash with full squads available. No injuries or suspensions have been reported for either side.

Recent Form

France arrives with mostly positive results, winning four out of their last five matches. Highlights include victories over Northern Ireland (3-1), Colombia (3-1), and Brazil (2-1). Their only defeat was a 2-1 loss against Ivory Coast. Over those games, France scored 10 goals and conceded six.

Senegal has shown mixed form, with two wins, two losses, and one draw in their recent five matches. They drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia most recently, following a 3-2 loss to the United States. Wins against Gambia and Peru contrast with a 3-0 defeat to Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations. Across these games, Senegal scored eight goals and conceded six.

Head-to-Head History

The sole World Cup meeting between these teams was on May 31, 2002, when Senegal defeated France 1-0 during the group stage. This upset eliminated the reigning champions early. That remains their only encounter at this tournament level.

At the start of Group I, France holds first place while Senegal sits fourth.