The England national team has extended an invitation to Senegal for a friendly match on June 10, with Nottingham’s City Ground earmarked as the venue.
Reports from Afrik Foot reveal that the English Football Association is awaiting a response from its Senegalese counterpart regarding the proposed encounter.
This potential clash underscores England’s interest in testing themselves against Senegal, one of Africa’s football powerhouses.
Despite relinquishing their African championship title to Ivory Coast, Senegal’s international reputation remains formidable.
England, ranked fourth in the FIFA standings, view this matchup as an opportunity to cap off their season against strong opposition, with Senegal currently holding the 17th spot globally.
The City Ground, home to Nottingham Forest, would provide a historic backdrop for the game.
The stadium, which holds 30,600 spectators, last hosted an England fixture over a century ago, in 1909, when the Three Lions defeated Wales 2-0.
For England, the friendly comes shortly after their World Cup qualifying match against Andorra on June 7. This proposed meeting would mark only the second encounter between the two nations.
Their first clash occurred in the round of 16 at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where England secured a dominant 3-0 victory, with goals from Jordan Henderson, Harry Kane, and Bukayo Saka.
Ireland has also expressed interest in hosting Senegal for a friendly earlier in June, on the 6th or 7th, in Dublin. If confirmed, it would be the first-ever meeting between the Lions of Teranga and the Boys in Green.
The Senegalese Football Federation, led by President Augustin Senghor, has yet to confirm their June schedule, leaving both England and Ireland waiting for a decision.
Whether Senegal opts to face one or both European sides, the matches would provide valuable opportunities to showcase their footballing strength on the international stage.
The prospect of England meeting Senegal in Nottingham promises a compelling fixture, as two footballing nations with distinct styles and histories could come together for a competitive friendly.
