Senegal
Senegal vs Iraq lineups are still predicted because official team sheets are not out yet. FIFA usually confirms starting XIs about one hour before kickoff.
The match is on Friday, June 26, at Toronto Stadium in Toronto. Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET and 19:00 UTC.
Late fitness notes around Edouard Mendy and Aymen Hussein remain yet to be confirmed. The predicted selections point to Senegal speed against Iraq's compact midfield.
Senegal Predicted Lineup
Senegal should lean into a 4-2-3-1 that protects midfield and releases pace in wide areas. Pape Gueye and Pape Matar Sarr can give the team running power.
Nicolas Jackson offers direct penalty-area movement, while Ismaila Sarr and Iliman Ndiaye stretch Iraq's full backs. Koulibaly remains the key organiser behind them.
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| GK | Mory Diaw |
| RB | Krepin Diatta |
| CB | Kalidou Koulibaly |
| CB | Moussa Niakhate |
| LB | Ismail Jakobs |
| CM | Pape Gueye |
| CM | Pape Matar Sarr |
| RW | Iliman Ndiaye |
| AM | Habib Diarra |
| LW | Ismaila Sarr |
| ST | Nicolas Jackson |
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Substitutes: yet to be confirmed
Iraq Predicted Lineup
Iraq's predicted 4-2-3-1 should keep two midfielders close to the centre backs. Zidane Iqbal and Amir Al-Ammari can help Iraq keep possession longer.
Ali Jasim gives Iraq a direct left-sided threat, while Ali Al-Hamadi can attack space between centre backs. Iraq still need better protection around the box.
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| GK | Jalal Hassan |
| RB | Hussein Ali |
| CB | Saad Natiq |
| CB | Rebin Sulaka |
| LB | Merchas Doski |
| CM | Amir Al-Ammari |
| CM | Zidane Iqbal |
| RW | Ibrahim Bayesh |
| AM | Bashar Resan |
| LW | Ali Jasim |
| ST | Ali Al-Hamadi |
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Substitutes: yet to be confirmed
Team News and Injury Report
Official team news is still pending before the Group I kickoff. Late pre-match trackers have flagged possible selection uncertainty in both squads.
Latest lineup notes: Senegal's goalkeeper decision needs late confirmation. Iraq's central striker role also needs a final team-sheet check.
| Player | Team | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edouard Mendy | Senegal | yet to be confirmed | late fitness status |
| Aymen Hussein | Iraq | yet to be confirmed | late fitness status |
| Full bench | Both teams | yet to be confirmed | official lineups not released |
Senegal vs Iraq — Key Tactical Battle
The main battle is Senegal's pace against Iraq's defensive block. If Senegal move the ball wide early, Iraq's full backs will face pressure.
Iraq need Iqbal and Al-Ammari to slow transitions before Senegal can isolate defenders. Their passing choices can decide whether Iraq play forward or defend deep.
| Role | Senegal | Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Corners | Kalidou Koulibaly aerial target | Rebin Sulaka aerial target |
| Direct free kicks | Ismaila Sarr or Pape Gueye | Bashar Resan or Zidane Iqbal |
| Penalties | Nicolas Jackson | Ali Al-Hamadi |
Senegal vs Iraq Lineups Match Details
The match sits in the final Group I window with Norway vs France starting at the same time. That makes official lineups and early score swings important.
Use FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage for the wider schedule. The Senegal vs Iraq live score page will carry verified match events after kickoff.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, June 26, 2026 |
| Kickoff Time | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT / 19:00 UTC |
| Venue | Toronto Stadium, Toronto |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Senegal vs Iraq lineups confirmed?
No. Senegal vs Iraq lineups are predicted until official team sheets are released about one hour before kickoff.
What formation could Senegal use against Iraq?
Senegal are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Nicolas Jackson central and Ismaila Sarr plus Iliman Ndiaye wide.
What formation could Iraq use against Senegal?
Iraq are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Zidane Iqbal and Amir Al-Ammari supporting a compact midfield.
What time are official Senegal vs Iraq lineups released?
Official Senegal vs Iraq lineups should be released about one hour before the 3:00 PM ET kickoff.
Senegal vs Iraq lineups remain predicted until FIFA publishes official team sheets.
The final XIs should clarify Senegal's goalkeeper choice and Iraq's centre-forward plan.
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