France will take on Senegal in a Group I clash, with the two nations having a history in the world’s biggest tournament. Read our review of this clash and what to potentially expect when these two nations clash in New York.

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Quick Picks

Our pick: France to win

Value bet: Under 2.5 goals

Long shot: Draw 0-0

France vs Senegal prediction

France are viewed as the significant favourites heading into this game, with their odds extremely short in the moneyline.

As our France vs Senegal betting odds page shows, many will feel that they are the favourites because of the star quality Didier Deschamps has available to him, while they also reached the final of the last edition before being beaten by Argentina on penalties.

However, Senegal have proven to be an outfit that must be taken seriously, especially at this major tournament.

Many will remember that they defeated Les Bleus in 2002 in a historic encounter, while the African nation has managed to produce other big results. In fact, the value might be with them.

The ‘Senegal - Double Chance’ market offers good value; they are undefeated during regulation time in their last four day matches, while three of Senegal's four previous day matches at the tournament have resulted in a draw at the end of regulation time.

Still, we think it’s more likely France will overcome the challenge that will be asked of them.

Since the troubles of the 00s that they faced with their soccer, they won the 2018 edition and then reached the final of the 2022 competition.

France vs Senegal score prediction

France can be hit-and-miss when it comes to playing in this tournament, while Senegal have found ways to get results, having progressed from the Group Stage twice in their last three appearances.

The 'Under 2.5 Goals' market has hit during regulation time in five of France's last seven tournament day matches – and while there may be better value in the ‘Under 1.5 Goals’ market, which has hit in three of France's last five Group Stage matches at this competition – we think this is the way to go.

The analytics all point towards a game bereft of goals.

The 'Both Teams to Score' market has failed to hit in three of Senegal's last four tournament matches as an underdog, while the half-time scoreline has been 0-0 in each of France's last three Group Stage day matches.

This means there could be plenty of value if you fancy the ‘Draw 0-0 - Correct Score’ market, as two of France's last three Group Stage day matches have resulted in that result.

However, we think this is a huge long shot given the quality on the pitch.

If you fancy backing both France and Senegal across a few markets, it's worth brushing up on how a multi bet works first, and our World Cup betting hub keeps all the latest markets in one spot.

France vs Senegal team news and line-ups

Predicted France line-up (4-2-3-1): Mike Maignan, Jules Kounde, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Theo Hernandez, Aurelien Tchouameni, Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Kylian Mbappe.

Deschamps has the deepest squad in the field and the freedom to rotate heavily in the final third, with the only real selection debate sitting at centre-back.

Hugo Ekitike is out with an Achilles injury, while William Saliba returns from suspension.

Player markets to watch

Kylian Mbappe is a reason why the 0-0 looks a long shot.

He is always going to be an appealing option to punters as an anytime goalscorer, but his value is in the first goalscorer market. In his last five games, he has eight goals.

He scored a hat-trick in the 2022 final, which earned him the tournament’s Golden Boot and accounted for 50.0% of France's top goalscorer in qualifying with eight goal contributions.

After a tough campaign with Real Madrid in which he still managed to score 41 goals across all competitions, he could be looking to prove to world soccer that it was just a difficult year and he’s still as deadly as ever.

Michael Olise is another who could have an impact in terms of goal contributions, whether it be scoring or assisting.

The Bayern Munich star had 20 goals and 26 assists across 45 appearances last season in the Bundesliga and Champions League. For Les Bleus, he had two goals.

Senegal’s main threat will be through Sadio Mane, who had six goals in qualifying. He and Nicolas Jackson both offer value to score anytime, given the quality they both have and the attacking quality Pape Thiaw’s side has.

France vs Senegal Match Details

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Kick-off: 1:00am AEST.

Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford.

Where to watch: Sportsbet, SBS.

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