Senegal
Iraq
Team Overview
In their latest World Cup match, Senegal faced Norway away, suffering a narrow defeat with a final score of 3-2. This loss marks their second consecutive defeat in the tournament.
Match statistics (Norway vs Senegal):
Team Overview
Iraq's most recent World Cup outing ended in a disappointing 3-0 loss to France while playing away. This defeat continues their winless streak in the tournament.
Match statistics (France vs Iraq):
In a commanding performance, Senegal secured a resounding 5-0 victory over Iraq in their final group stage match of the World Cup. The Senegalese side showcased their attacking prowess and tactical superiority, leaving Iraq struggling to cope with the relentless pressure.
Senegal took an early lead in the 4th minute through H. Diarra, who capitalized on a well-placed assist from A. Seck. The match took a critical turn shortly after when Iraq's R. Sulaka received a red card in the 13th minute, forcing the team to play with ten men for the remainder of the match. This setback severely hampered Iraq's defensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, Senegal maintained overwhelming control, boasting 69% possession and launching a staggering 27 shots, 11 of which were on target. The second half saw Senegal continue their assault, with P. Gueye scoring twice within a span of 15 minutes, further extending the lead. I. Sarr and I. Ndiaye also found the back of the net, sealing a comprehensive victory.
Despite Iraq's efforts, including a total of 6 shots, they struggled to create meaningful chances, managing only one shot on target. The match highlighted Senegal's tactical efficiency and offensive depth, as they not only dominated possession but also created numerous scoring opportunities, reflected in their 12 corners compared to Iraq's 3. This victory positions Senegal strongly as they advance in the tournament.
Senegal has struggled in their last two matches, losing both against strong opponents, Norway and France, with a total of 3 goals scored and 6 conceded. Their recent form shows an average of 1.5 goals scored per game and 3.0 goals conceded. In contrast, Iraq has had a difficult time as well, suffering heavy defeats against France and Norway, scoring only 1 goal while conceding 7 in their last two matches, averaging 0.5 goals for and 3.5 against.
In their previous head-to-head encounter, Senegal dominated Iraq with a convincing 5-0 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess with an expected goals (xG) of 3.02 compared to Iraq's 0.18. Senegal's performance included 12 corners and 11 shots on target, while Iraq managed only 1 shot on target and 3 corners. This disparity in offensive and defensive statistics indicates a significant advantage for Senegal.
In terms of tactical expectations, Senegal is likely to maintain a high possession game, utilizing their speed on the wings to create chances. Iraq will need to focus on defensive organization to withstand Senegal's attacking threats, but their recent form suggests they may struggle to contain Senegal's offensive capabilities.
E. Mendy
G
K. Diatta
D
K. Koulibaly
D
M. Niakhate
D
M. Diouf
D
I. Gueye
M
P. Gueye
M
I. Sarr
M
L. Camara
M
S. Mane
M
N. Jackson
F
A. Basil
G
H. Ali
D
Z. Tahseen
D
A. Hashem
D
M. Doski
D
A. Al Ammari
M
A. Qasem
M
Z. Ismaeel
M
Z. Iqbal
M
I. Bayesh
M
A. Hussein
F
