Senegal
Iraq
Team Overview
In their latest World Cup match, Senegal faced Norway away, suffering a narrow defeat with a final score of 2-3. This loss marked their second consecutive defeat in the tournament.
Match statistics (Norway vs Senegal):
Team Overview
Iraq's most recent World Cup outing ended in disappointment, as they were defeated 0-3 by France while playing away. This result continues their streak of losses in the tournament.
Match statistics (France vs Iraq):
In a commanding performance, Senegal secured a resounding 5-0 victory over Iraq in their final group stage match of the World Cup. The home side showcased their attacking prowess, scoring five goals while keeping a clean sheet.
Senegal struck early when H. Diarra found the net in the 4th minute, setting the tone for the match. Iraq's challenges were compounded shortly after, as R. Sulaka received a red card in the 13th minute, leaving his team with ten men. This pivotal moment allowed Senegal to dominate possession, finishing the match with an impressive 69% compared to Iraq's 31%.
The Senegalese attack was relentless, registering a total of 28 shots, with 12 on target. I. Sarr doubled the lead in the 56th minute, followed by a quick brace from P. Gueye, who scored in the 59th and 71st minutes. I. Ndiaye capped off the scoring in the 82nd minute, further emphasizing Senegal's superiority.
Iraq struggled to create meaningful chances, managing only six shots throughout the match, with just one on target. The game also saw a total of 10 fouls from Senegal and 11 from Iraq, reflecting the physical nature of the encounter. Despite the scoreline, both teams received two yellow cards, with Iraq's red card proving to be a decisive factor.
This victory not only secures Senegal's place in the knockout stages but also showcases their attacking capabilities, making them a team to watch as the tournament progresses.
Senegal has struggled in their recent matches, losing both of their last two games, with a total of 3 goals scored and 6 conceded. Their performance has been below par, averaging 1.5 goals for and 3.0 against per game in the last 10 matches. In contrast, Iraq has faced significant challenges, managing only 1 goal while conceding 7 in their last two outings, averaging 0.5 goals for and 3.5 against.
In their last encounter, Senegal dominated Iraq with a convincing 5-0 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess with 12 shots on target and a possession rate of 69%. Iraq, on the other hand, struggled to create opportunities, managing only 1 shot on target and 31% possession. The head-to-head record favors Senegal, who have won 100% of their previous matches against Iraq, scoring an average of 5 goals per game while Iraq has yet to score against them.
Senegal is likely to employ an aggressive attacking strategy, utilizing their pace and skill to exploit Iraq's defensive frailties. Expect them to maintain high possession and create numerous goal-scoring opportunities, while Iraq will need to focus on solidifying their defense to avoid further humiliation.
E. Mendy
G
K. Diatta
D
K. Koulibaly
D
M. Niakhate
D
M. Diouf
D
I. Gueye
M
P. Gueye
M
I. Sarr
M
L. Camara
M
S. Mane
M
N. Jackson
F
A. Basil
G
H. Ali
D
Z. Tahseen
D
A. Hashem
D
M. Doski
D
A. Al Ammari
M
A. Qasem
M
Z. Ismaeel
M
Z. Iqbal
M
I. Bayesh
M
A. Hussein
F
