Sadio Mané Predicts Senegal 3-0 Victory Over Iraq at World Cup

T.E (Elbotola)

02 April 2026at17:09

Al-Nassr FC player Sadio Mané has predicted a 3-0 victory for the Senegalese national team over their Iraqi counterparts at the 2026 World Cup, following "Lions of Mesopotamia's" qualification via the intercontinental play-off.

Mané appeared in a video alongside his Iraqi teammate Haider Abdul-Karim after Al-Nassr's training session, where he predicted an "easy match" against the "Lions of Mesopotamia," concluding with a 3-0 win for Senegal.

The Iraqi national team successfully reached the World Cup for the second time in its history, after defeating Bolivia 2-1 in the intercontinental play-off match. This will be their second World Cup appearance, following their participation in 1986.

It is worth noting that Iraq will be in Group 9 of the 2026 World Cup, alongside France, Norway, and Senegal.

Q&A

What did Sadio Mané predict for the Senegal vs. Iraq World Cup match?

Sadio Mané predicted a decisive 3-0 victory for the Senegalese national team against Iraq at the 2026 World Cup. He made this prediction in a video with his Iraqi teammate, expressing confidence in an "easy match" for Senegal.

How did Iraq qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

Iraq qualified for the 2026 World Cup by defeating Bolivia 2-1 in the intercontinental play-off match. This significant win marks their second appearance in the tournament's history, following their participation decades ago.

What group is Iraq in for the 2026 World Cup?

Iraq is placed in Group 9 for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. In this group, they are set to compete against strong national teams including France, Norway, and Sadio Mané's Senegal.