| Moneyline Pick | France (-197) |
| Player Prop | Michael Olise to score anytime (+220) |
| Same Game Parlay | Both teams to score + Over 6.5 total corners + Under 4.5 goals (+190) |
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France vs Senegal Main Match Info
- Date and Time: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 3 PM EDT
- Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium
- Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
- Last H2H match: France 0-1 Senegal (May 31, 2002, 2002 FIFA World Cup)
France vs Senegal Moneyline Prediction
- Moneyline Pick: France
- Odds: -197 (Tonybet)
It’s title or bust for France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after they won the 2018 tournament in Russia and finished as runners-up in 2022 following a thrilling loss to Argentina. Manager Didier Deschamps has one of the deepest, most complete squads at the tournament. The team have consistently performed at a high level for long enough to be viewed as massive favourites not only to win this game but to lift the trophy.
France have lost just once since their defeat to Spain at the 2025 UEFA Nations League, and that loss came in a friendly against Ivory Coast on June 4. They ended their qualifying run undefeated (W5, D1), averaging 2.67 goals scored and 0.67 conceded per game.
Senegal won’t be an easy opponent. The Lions of Teranga won the 2025 AFCON title against Morocco (even though it was later stripped due to administrative reasons) and also cruised through their qualifying run in Africa, going undefeated through 10 matches (W7, D3) while averaging 2.2 goals scored and 0.3 conceded per fixture. Few teams in the world were as dominant defensively as Senegal.
Unfortunately for them, it’s one thing to face the likes of Mauritania and Togo, and another to take on a France squad led by Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise. Senegal have enough talent to remain competitive, but Les Bleus should find a way to break through at some point. Expect Deschamps’ men to kick off their World Cup campaign with a victory.
France vs Senegal Player Prop
- Prop Bet: Michael Olise to score anytime
- Odds: +220 (Tonybet)
The easy approach here would be to target Mbappe as an anytime goalscorer, but Olise carries excellent value as well.
The Bayern Munich winger finished the 2025-26 season with 53 goal contributions (22 goals, 31 assists) in 52 matches at club level and scored a hat-trick in France’s final friendly against Northern Ireland. He should be one of the team’s most dangerous players at this tournament.
France vs Senegal Same Game Parlay
- SGP: Both teams to score + Over 6.5 total corners + Under 4.5 goals
- Odds: +190 (Tonybet)
While France have enough talent to go against any team in the world, they’ve gone five straight matches without keeping a clean sheet, including each of their four pre-World Cup friendlies. Senegal have a loaded attacking line, so don’t be surprised if Les Bleus’ defensive woes continue here. The Lions of Teranga have scored at least two goals in three of their four warm-up friendlies.
With both sides likely to adopt an attacking style and rely heavily on their wingers for width, the over on corners looks like a strong play. Each of France’s friendlies leading into the World Cup produced at least seven corners, while Senegal will likely exploit Sadio Mane’s and Ilman Ndiaye’s pace on the wings, further boosting this scenario.
Last but not least, the under 4.5 total goals looks plausible. Les Bleus are likely to dominate and come away with the win, but the Lions of Teranga won’t be an easy opponent. Considering Senegal’s defensive record in the qualifiers, they should make France work hard for the win.
France vs Senegal Team News
France Team News
France are expected to field their strongest possible lineup for this World Cup opener. Even though FC Barcelona defender Jules Kounde exited the previous friendly with a minor injury, he’s reportedly fit and ready to play. He should be Les Bleus’ starting right-back.
Senegal Team News
Senegal haven’t announced any injury concerns ahead of the opener and are expected to name their strongest possible lineup for a game where they’re massive underdogs on paper.
Expect them to opt for a classic 4-3-3 formation, with Kalidou Koulibaly as the defensive anchor, Pape Gueye in midfield, Sadio Mane on the left wing, and Nicolas Jackson upfront. Edouard Mendy, meanwhile, should start between the posts.
France vs Senegal: Where to Watch (Canada)
- Watch on TSN1, TSN3, TSN4, RDS
- Stream on TSN+, RDS App
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