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Senegal vs. Iraq: Follow the minute-by-minute of the duel for the last date of Group I
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Senegal vs. Iraq: Follow the minute-by-minute of the duel for the last date of Group I

From Prensa Libre · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Senegal and Iraq face off in the final Group I match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, needing a win to advance.
  • Both teams are vying for a spot as one of the best third-placed teams, requiring a significant goal difference and favorable results elsewhere.
  • The match, played simultaneously with France vs. Norway, is crucial for both nations' hopes of progressing in the tournament.

Senegal and Iraq meet in a high-stakes encounter in Toronto, Canada, on Friday, playing the final match of Group I in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Both teams are under immense pressure, needing a victory to keep their slim hopes of advancing alive.

The path forward is challenging, as they aim to secure a position as one of the best third-placed teams in the tournament. This requires not only winning their respective matches but also achieving a substantial goal difference. Their progression also hinges on the outcomes of other group games, adding another layer of complexity to their qualification bid.

This decisive match will be played simultaneously with the fixture between France and Norway. For Senegal and Iraq, this game represents a critical opportunity to secure their first win of the tournament and make a late push for qualification. Prensa Libre will provide live, minute-by-minute coverage starting at 13:00 hours Guatemala time.

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Originally published by Prensa Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.