Group Stage

France 3 - 1 Senegal

France advance

Tuesday, June 16 · 3:00 PM GMT-4

Pre-match Briefing

Match outlook

France has the edge

71% model edge before kickoff.

Expected score: 2-0

Our model has France as favourites: France 71%, draw 19%, Senegal 10% win probability. Expected goals 2-0.6, with a most likely 2-0 scoreline. Model's pick: France.

Game script

The model points to a tighter game where the first goal may reshape everything.

Key battle

France's attacking rhythm against Senegal's defensive shape is the matchup to watch.

What to watch

Watch the opening 20 minutes: pressing, tempo, and early shots should tell us who is settling faster.

Stars to watch

France

Kylian MbappeAntoine GriezmannAurelien Tchouameni

Senegal

Senegal's captainSenegal's lead forwardSenegal's No. 10

Lineups are confirmed closer to kickoff; this list highlights notable players fans may be watching.

Who wins?

Make your pick after reading the preview.

Model probability

Expected goals: 2 – 0.6Most likely score (AI predicted): 2–0

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