Has Salif Sané played in a World Cup before?

Senegal has appeared in 4 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Salif Sané's full international history.

What position does Salif Sané play?

Salif Sané plays as a midfielder for Senegal at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Senegal in at the 2026 World Cup?

Senegal are in Group I at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside France, Norway, Iraq.

When does Senegal play at the World Cup?

Senegal's first match is on 2026-06-16 against France at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford.

Salif Sané – Senegal | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Salif Sané

Date of BirthAugust 25, 1990 (age 35)

Place of BirthLormont, France

Height / Weight196 cm / 85 kg

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubSA Mérignac

Career

Appearances

Career

Goals

2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Coupe de France	1	0	0

Int'l

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Senegal's group: Group I →

Senegal International

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World Cup 2026

Group I →

#	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	France	3	3	0	8	9
2	Norway	3	2	1	1	6
3	Senegal	3	1	2	2	3
4	Iraq	3	0	3	-11	0

2026-06-16France vs SenegalMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford→2026-06-22Norway vs SenegalMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford→2026-06-26Senegal vs IraqBMO Field, Toronto→

2026 tournament outlook

Salif Sané will represent Senegal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Senegal have been drawn in Group I alongside France, Norway, Iraq. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-16 against France at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. As a midfielder, Sané will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Senegal's best World Cup finish is Quarterfinals (2002). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Senegal at the 2026 World Cup

Salif Sané is part of the Senegal squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Pape Thiaw, alongside M. Diaw, E. Diouf, I. Camara, and B. Dia among the key players.

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