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France vs Senegal Predictions, Picks & Odds – 16/06/2026
World Cup · 1Best odds to bet on France vs Senegal
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LiveScore Bet | 1.77 | 2.85 | 6.00 | View Odds |
Grosvenor | 1.43 | 4.35 | 7.50 | View Odds |
Matchbook | 1.51 | 4.60 | 8.00 | View Odds |
| Smarkets | 1.50 | 4.60 | 8.00 | View Odds |
Virgin Bet | 1.77 | 2.85 | 6.00 | View Odds |
William Hill | 1.44 | 4.20 | 6.50 | View Odds |
| Coral | 1.95 | 2.40 | 5.50 | View Odds |
| Ladbrokes | 1.95 | 2.40 | 5.50 | View Odds |
Betfred | 1.44 | 4.20 | 7.00 | View odds |
| betmgm.se | 1.43 | 4.40 | 7.50 | View odds |
| BetVictor | 1.45 | 4.20 | 7.50 | View odds |
France vs Senegal Preview
France arrive at this World Cup opener in strong fettle, having won three of their last four matches. Didier Deschamps, steering the side through his final tournament, has assembled a fearsome attacking unit featuring Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise. Mbappé sits just two goals shy of Olivier Giroud's all-time national team scoring record, adding personal stakes to an already significant fixture. Les Bleus will be keen to avoid a repeat of that infamous 2002 upset.
Senegal occupy second spot in Group I and carry genuine pedigree as one of Africa's strongest sides. Their recent form reads positively, with two wins and a draw from four outings, though a 3-2 friendly defeat to the United States and a goalless stalemate with Saudi Arabia have raised questions about defensive solidity. Nicolas Jackson is available despite his red card in that friendly. Aliou Cissé's squad will look to channel the spirit of Seoul and produce another opening-day shock.
France's home win at 1.77 looks the strongest selection here. Les Bleus boast a squad valued at €1.71 billion, with an attacking unit featuring Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise, Cherki, and Mateta that offers frightening depth. Senegal's recent friendly form, a 3-2 defeat to the United States and a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia, suggests defensive vulnerabilities that France's forwards will exploit ruthlessly.
The over 2.5 goals market at 1.83 also merits serious consideration. Senegal conceded three against the United States in their last outing, and France possess the individual quality to carve open any rearguard. Nicolas Jackson's availability strengthens Senegal's counter-attacking threat, meaning goals at both ends remain a realistic prospect, making 2.02 another angle worth exploring.
Historical context adds intrigue; Senegal stunned the then-defending champions in that famous 2002 encounter. Yet this French side, chasing a third consecutive final, carry far greater firepower and tactical sophistication under Deschamps. With Mbappé just two goals from the all-time national team scoring record, motivation is sky-high. The recommended pick is a France victory at 1.77. Odds and markets subject to change.
Trends to Know about France vs Senegal
- France boast three wins in four outings
- Mbappé chasing all-time scoring record
- Senegal lost recent friendly to USA
Form & Statistics: France vs Senegal
France
Recent form
Season statistics (4)
Senegal
Recent form
Season statistics (4)
Lineups: France vs Senegal
France
Starters
- 1 Mike Maignan
- 2 Jules Kounde
- 3 Dayot Upamecano
- 4 William Saliba
- 5 Theo Hernandez
- 6 Aurelien Tchouameni
- 7 Adrien Rabiot
- 8 Michael Olise
- 9 Ousmane Dembele
- 10 Desire Doue
- 11 Kylian Mbappé
Bench
- Brice Samba
- Robin Risser
- Lucas Digne
- Malo Gusto
- Maxence Lacroix
- Lucas Hernandez
- Ibrahima Konaté
- N'Golo Kanté
- Warren Zaïre-Emery
- Manu Koné
- Maghnes Akliouche
- Marcus Thuram
- Jean-Philippe Mateta
- Bradley Barcola
- Rayan Cherki
Senegal
Starters
- 1 Edouard Mendy
- 2 Krepin Diatta
- 3 Kalidou Koulibaly
- 4 Moussa Niakhate
- 5 Ismail Jakobs
- 6 Pape Matar Sarr
- 7 Lamine Camara
- 8 Pape Gueye
- 9 Ismaila Sarr
- 10 Nicolas Jackson
- 11 Sadio Mané
Bench
- Mory Diaw
- Yehvann Diouf
- El Hadji Malick Diouf
- Mamadou Sarr
- Abdoulaye Seck
- Antoine Mendy
- Idrissa Gueye
- Habib Diarra
- Pathé Ciss
- Bara Sapoko Ndiaye
- Iliman Ndiaye
- Habib Diallo
- Boulaye Dia
Medium confidence
A 4-2-3-1 against a 4-3-3 sets up a fascinating midfield contest at the heart of this World Cup opener. France's double pivot will need to contain Senegal's industrious three, with Kylian Mbappé operating as the focal point of a fluid attacking line that carries considerable pace on either flank.
Senegal arrive with genuine quality throughout, and Sadio Mané leading the line alongside Nicolas Jackson gives their front three real variety in movement and finishing. Kalidou Koulibaly's leadership at centre-back will be crucial if Les Lions de la Téranga are to frustrate a French side brimming with attacking options from first whistle to last.
How to Watch France vs Senegal Match?
What time is France vs Senegal?
France vs Senegal kicks off at 20:00 BST on 16 June 2026.
Where is France vs Senegal being played?
This fixture takes place at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States.
How Can I Watch France vs Senegal on TV and Live Stream?
France vs Senegal will be broadcast live on major networks; check local listings for full coverage details.