Senegal extend unbeaten streak to 20 matches, longest in world football

Senegal have cemented their place at the top of the global rankings for undefeated teams, stretching their unbeaten run to 20 matches.

The Lions remain unstoppable, outpacing other national teams, with Spain and South Africa trailing behind on 18 matches each, while Morocco currently stands at 12.

During the recent international break, Senegal maintained their dominance with a 1-1 draw against Sudan followed by a victory over Togo.

This impressive streak has continued under new head coach Pape Thiaw, who took over from Aliou Cissé.

Since his appointment, the team has played five matches, winning four and drawing one, all without conceding a single goal.

While this historic run highlights Senegal’s consistency, a significant challenge lies ahead. The 2022 African champions are striving to maintain their unbeaten streak while securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Currently sitting second in their qualifying group behind DR Congo, the Lions must battle fiercely to claim their spot.

With formidable opposition standing in their way, the road to the World Cup will be anything but easy.

However, Sadio Mané and his teammates have already demonstrated their resilience on the biggest stage, proving their ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most.