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Ismaila Sarr

Also known as: I. Sarr

2026-05-032026-06-26

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    Norway won 3-2 after Ismaila Sarr scored his second goal in added time. Media reports said Mendy, 34, had ‌suffered ⁠a ligament issue.

    Injured Mendy out of Iraq clash
  3. Daily Guide

    Senegal responded through Ismaila Sarr, whose goal briefly reignited hopes of a comeback.

    Haaland Double Fires Norway Into World Cup Last 32
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    He raced on to Martin Odegaard’s incisive through ball to double the lead in the 48th minute – becoming Norway’s all-time top scorer at World Cups in the process – before Ismaila Sarr pulled a goal back to give Senegal hope.

    Two-goal Haaland fires Norway into last 32 with win over Senegal
  5. Joy Online

    He raced on to Martin Odegaard’s incisive through ball to double the lead in the 48th minute – becoming Norway’s all-time top scorer at World Cups in the process – before Ismaila Sarr pulled a goal back to give Senegal hope.

    Two-goal Haaland fires Norway into last 32 with win over Senegal
  6. Daily Guide

    Senegal looked the more dangerous side in that period but came to regret their missed chances, with Ismaila Sarr the main culprit having fired over from six yards out in first-half stoppage time.

    Kylian Mbappe Becomes France Leading Scorer
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    Ismaila Sarr should have given Senegal the lead on the stroke of half-time but failed to steer his close-range effort on target after connecting with Sadio Mane’s cross.

    Mbappé double fires France pass Senegal
  8. Joy Online

    Ismaila Sarr should have given Senegal the lead on the stroke of half-time, but failed to steer his close-range effort on target after connecting with Sadio Mane’s cross.

    Kylian Mbappe France’s all-time top scorer in win over Senegal
  9. Joy Online

    In attack, Thiaw has the speed of Ismaïla Sarr and Nicolas Jackson, supported by the vision of Lamina Camara in midfield.

    Senegal World Cup 2026 team guide
  10. Joy Online

    The midfield pulses with drive: Pape Matar Sarr surges forward with powerful carries and progressive passes, protected by a disciplined double pivot.

    Seoul to New Jersey: Senegal’s reckoning with France, 24 Years on
  11. May 2026
  12. Joy Online

    Palace manager Oliver Glasner responded by bringing on Ismaila Sarr, Adam Wharton and Tyrick Mitchell at half-time, but Bournemouth continued to have the better opportunities.

    Bournemouth moves into top 6th with win against Crystal Palace
Sport

Senegal goalkeeper Mendy ruled out with knee injury

The News

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has been ruled out of Friday's World Cup match against Iraq after sustaining a knee injury during Monday's 3-2 loss to Norway. Mendy left the field in the 63rd minute and media reports indicate he suffered a ligament issue.

25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Yesterday

  1. Senegal goalkeeper Mendy ruled out with knee injury

    Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has been ruled out of Friday's World Cup match against Iraq after sustaining a knee injury during Monday's 3-2 loss to Norway. Mendy left the field in the 63rd minute and media reports indicate he suffered a ligament issue.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Haaland scores twice as Norway beats Senegal 3-2

    Erling Haaland netted two goals to help Norway secure a 3-2 victory over Senegal in the FIFA World Cup, guaranteeing their place in the last 32. Haaland has now scored four goals in two World Cup matches, making him Norway's highest-scoring player in World Cup history.

    24 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Haaland's two goals secure Norway's World Cup knockout spot

    Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Senegal to qualify for the World Cup last 32, with the Manchester City striker now having four goals in two games — more than any other Norway player in World Cup history.

    24 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Haaland scores twice as Norway beats Senegal

    Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Senegal 3–2 in the World Cup, securing their place in the last 32 alongside France. Haaland has now scored four goals in two games, more than any other Norwegian player in World Cup history.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 18 June

  1. Mbappe breaks France scoring record in World Cup opener

    Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer with 58 goals after scoring twice in a 3-1 World Cup Group I win over Senegal, with his second goal coming in stoppage time. He now has 14 World Cup goals, two behind Miroslav Klose and level with Lionel Messi.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Mbappé scores twice to fire France past Senegal

    Kylian Mbappé became France's all-time leading goal scorer with a double as Les Bleus beat Senegal in their World Cup opener in New Jersey. Mbappé's second goal, a long-range effort in stoppage time, lifted him to 58 goals for France, one clear of former record holder Olivier Giroud.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Mbappe becomes France's all-time top scorer against Senegal

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France beat Senegal 3–1 in their World Cup opener, with his second goal lifting him to 58 goals for Les Bleus, surpassing Olivier Giroud's former record.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 8 June

  1. Senegal qualifies for 2026 World Cup with regenerated squad

    Senegal has qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America by dominating their qualification group. Coach Pape Thiaw has integrated younger players into the squad while moving away from veteran names who went to Qatar, aiming for a faster-paced team based on possession and dynamic movement.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Senegal's 2002 World Cup upset of France shaped national football identity

    On May 31, 2002, Senegal defeated defending world champions France 1-0 in Seoul in their first World Cup appearance, with Papa Bouba Diop scoring in the 30th minute. The victory became a defining moment for Senegalese football, proving the nation could compete with global superpowers and shattering a psychological barrier for future generations.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 3 May

  1. Bournemouth climbs to sixth with victory over Crystal Palace

    Bournemouth defeated Crystal Palace to reach sixth place in the Premier League with 52 points, extending their unbeaten run to 15 games and boosting hopes of qualifying for Europe for the first time. Palace, fielding a much-changed line-up after Thursday's Conference League semi-final, played poorly and remain 15th in the table.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online

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