Senegal vs Iraq
Post-match recap
AI-writtenSenegal dominated Iraq 5-0 in World Cup 2026 qualifying, delivering a comprehensive performance that vindicated our model's 64% pick for a Senegal win. The result marked a sharp reversal from Senegal's recent form, which had seen two losses in their last five matches. Iraq offered little resistance despite entering with a clean sheet in their previous outing. Our model landed the selection. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Senegal climbed to second position with three points, capitalizing on Iraq's collapse. The victory halted Senegal's two-game losing streak and provided momentum ahead of remaining fixtures. Iraq remained fourth but fell further adrift, their goal difference now severely damaged at minus-8 across five games. Our model flagged Iraq's defensive fragility as a critical weakness entering this fixture.
Senegal dominated with a 5-0 victory, reversing recent form after consecutive defeats. The home side found the net five times against a fragile Iraq defence that conceded 8 goals across their last three matches. This result marked a sharp departure from their prior losses to Norway and France, though their defensive vulnerabilities remained unresolved as they shipped 6 goals in their preceding five games.
Iraq suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat, extending their winless run to five matches. The visitors failed to register a single shot on target and conceded five goals in a one-sided contest. Their defensive record deteriorated further; they have now conceded 8 goals across three consecutive matches, with zero goals scored in that span.