Senegal supporters will still be dreaming about their side lifting the World Cup aloft on July 19.
Whatever awaits the Lions of Teranga in North America, they are guaranteed to take to the pitch at the World Cup Final venue, at least one more time, as their second Group I clash, against Norway (June 22) also takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
Despite a spirited first half performance at the New Jersey spot against two-time World Cup winners, France, Senegal struggled to contain the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise after the break. The Lions won't be too downhearted though and will be ready to roar once again.
Let GOAL take you through all the latest World Cup 2026 ticket information, including how you can secure seats at Senegal's upcoming matches and how much they will cost.
Senegal World Cup 2026 fixtures
| Date (kick-off time) | Fixture | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, June 16 | Senegal vs France (1-3) | MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | N/A |
| Monday, June 22 (8pm ET) | Norway vs Senegal | MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | Tickets |
| Friday, June 26 (3pm ET) | Senegal vs Iraq | BMO Field (Toronto) | Tickets |
How to buy Senegal World Cup 2026 tickets?
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
Senegal World Cup 2026 tickets: How much do they cost?
FIFA has implemented variable pricing for the 2026 tournament. Tickets for the Group Stage started as low as $60 (for specific Supporter Tiers), while prices for the Final can reach up to $6,730.
Below are the estimated price ranges for the current tournament phases:
| Category | Group Stage | Round of 32 - Quarters | Semis & Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | $250 - $400 | $600 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $6,730 |
| Category 2 | $150 - $280 | $400 - $800 | $1,000 - $4,210 |
| Category 3 | $100 - $200 | $200 - $500 | $600 - $2,790 |
| Category 4 | $60 - $120 | $150 - $350 | $400 - $2,030 |
What to expect from Senegal in the World Cup 2026?
The East African coastal nation may have only made three previous World Cup tournament appearances, but it managed to progress from its group on two of those occasions. Senegal impressively reached the last-8 stage on their World Cup debut back in 2002.
They shocked the footballing world that year by beating the reigning World Cup and European champions, France, 1-0 in Seoul, in their opening group game. Last time out in Qatar (2022), they also won two of their group games to move forward to the knockouts.
Pape Thiaw's Senegal arrived in North America in decent form, losing only twice in friendlies (vs Algeria, 2023 & vs Brazil, 2025) since being knocked out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Lions roared during qualifying too, going unbeaten, winning 7 of their 10 matches. They also received a further boost in the summer, with a standout 3-1 victory against England in Nottingham, which is currently the only defeat the Three Lions have suffered under Thomas Tuchel’s reign.
Senegal has a very experienced and established spine to their side, which will prove invaluable to their World Cup ambitions. Kalidou Koulibaly in defence, Idrissa Gueye in midfield, and Sadio Mane upfront have all got 100+ international caps under their belt.
That is just scratching the surface, though, as the likes of Pape Gueye, Iliman Ndiaye, Ismaila Sarr, and Nicolas Jackson all play regularly for high-profile European clubs.
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
104 matches will be played over 39 days across North America. For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 teams and be jointly hosted by three nations.
The host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are as follows:
- Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
- Mexico: Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey
- United States: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out those cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
| Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 48,821 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 44,315 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) | 72,766 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 44,330 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 50,113 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |
| Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) | 63,815 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 | |
| NRG Stadium (Houston) | 68,311 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 67,513 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 69,650 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens) | 64,091 | |
| MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 78,576 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 65,827 | |
| Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara) | 69,391 | |
| Lumen Field (Seattle) | 65,123 |