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Senegal’s national team, the Teranga Lions, will meet Brazil in a friendly match on November 15 at the Emirates Stadium in London, the Senegalese Football Federation has announced.
The match will serve as Senegal’s final warm-up before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), providing an opportunity for coach Pape Thiaw to test his squad against one of the world’s top footballing nations.
Following their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, the Lions of Teranga are preparing to build on their impressive form, which includes a recent victory over England at Nottingham’s City Ground.
Key players such as Sadio Mané, Edouard Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly, Idrissa Gana Gueye, Krépin Diatta, and Iliman Ndiaye are expected to feature, as Senegal aims to maintain its upward trajectory in global football rankings.
The friendly against Brazil is seen as a crucial opportunity for tactical adjustments, squad cohesion, and assessing the players’ readiness for major international competitions.
Analysts anticipate a highly competitive encounter, with both teams seeking to fine-tune their strategies ahead of upcoming tournaments.
