Alain Giresse: 'I always said Senegal would advance from the group stage of the 2026 World Cup'

On Tuesday in East Rutherford, France defeated Senegal 3-1 in the first match of Group I of the 2026 World Cup. Alain Giresse, former Senegal coach, said the Lions controlled the first half but failed to capitalize on chances, notably by Nicolas Jackson. In the second half, a transformed France took over with a brace from Kylian Mbappé and a goal from Bradley Barcola. Giresse maintains his confidence that Senegal will advance to the round of 16.