France faces Senegal on June 16, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford in the opening round of Group I. Kickoff is expected to be in the local afternoon or evening window based on the official group schedule format. France comes in as one of the strongest teams in the tournament with elite attacking depth and experience. Senegal brings physical power, pace, and strong defensive organization that can frustrate top teams. This match could set the tone for both teams in a very competitive group. France is the favorite on paper due to squad quality and depth. Still, Senegal has the tools to make this a tight and intense opener.
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