Senegal Win Rejuvenates Africa's World Cup Hopes

Senegal's 2-1 win over Poland has secured them three points, letting the Teranga Lions share the top spot of Group H with Japan. Senegal's victory comes after their fellow African teams failed to secure any wins in what looks to be a very surprising World Cup tournament.

  • Senegal:  Teranga Lions Devour Poland in 2 - 1 Win

    allAfrica, 19 June 2018

    You had to feel for Senegal. The Teranga Lions stepped into their match after all their fellow African teams had either drawn or lost their respective games. Hardly encouraging,… Read more »

  • Senegal:   Senegal Earn Three Important Points

    FirstTouch, 20 June 2018

    After a long wait for a win by an African team at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, Senegal has finally broken the duck as they marched to a 2-1 victory against Poland. The British… Read more »

Senegal's Niang scores an easy goal after a critical mistake by Polish goalkeeper Szczesny.

Bahrain referee Nawaf Shukralla gives Senegal's Sane a yellow card during the Africa squad's Group H match against Poland.

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