Read our prediction for France vs Senegal below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
France vs Senegal Prediction & Betting tips
France faces Senegal on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup Group I opening match at MetLife Stadium. This fixture marks their first competitive meeting since Senegal’s historic 1-0 upset over the defending champions at the 2002 World Cup.
France:
Co-favorites to win the tournament. William Saliba and Jules Koundé have returned to full training following minor injury scares and are expected to start. Didier Deschamps fields a fearsome front line featuring Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé.
Senegal:
The reigning African giants have a formidable defensive boost with veteran Kalidou Koulibaly returning to fitness. Striker Nicolas Jackson is clear to play despite a friendly booking, joining the talismanic Sadio Mané in attack.
France vs Senegal head to head matches
31.05.02 WC France vs Senegal 0:1
* Our advice is: France WIN
* Selection odd for this bet is: 1.50
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