2026 WCQ: Senegal host Mauritania in high-stakes final 

Senegal welcome Mauritania to Dakar on the final matchday of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with both sides determined to end their campaign on a strong note.

The encounter, taking place on Tuesday evening, marks the 10th and decisive round of the qualifying series for the global showpiece.

Fans can follow every moment of the clash live on wiwsport.com.

Pressure on Senegal to deliver

Senegal, one of Africa’s football powerhouses, enter the match as firm favourites.

The Teranga Lions have maintained consistent form throughout the qualifiers and will look to seal their progress with a commanding performance in front of their home supporters.

Aliou Cissé’s men have shown resilience and attacking quality across the campaign, combining their technical precision with solid defensive organisation.

But as the final whistle of qualification nears, they know there is no room for complacency.

Anything short of victory could complicate their hopes of securing a direct ticket to the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Mauritania’s determined challenge

Mauritania, meanwhile, arrive in Dakar eager to play spoiler.

Despite being the underdogs, Amir Abdou’s squad have displayed courage and discipline throughout the qualifiers, earning respect for their tactical awareness and collective effort.

For Mauritania, the trip to Senegal presents not only an opportunity to end their campaign with pride but also to test themselves against one of the continent’s elite sides.

Their motivation to upset their neighbours will be high, with national pride at stake in this West African showdown.

All eyes on Dakar

The stage is set for an electric atmosphere at the Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade, where thousands of Senegalese fans are expected to fill the stands in anticipation of a decisive night.

With passionate home support and world-class talent at their disposal, Senegal will aim to impose their rhythm from the outset and maintain control of their destiny.

For the visitors, defensive organisation and quick transitions will be key if they are to withstand Senegal’s attacking firepower.

As the final whistle draws near in the African qualifying campaign, the stakes could not be higher.

Senegal’s focus will be on finishing the job, while Mauritania will fight to leave their mark in what promises to be a gripping conclusion to the qualifiers.