Teranga Lions Hammer Iraq 5-0 to Keep World Cup Hopes Alive

Senegal produced a ruthless performance to stay in contention at the World Cup. Habib Diarra opened the scoring inside four minutes, setting the tone for a dominant display. Iraq were reduced to ten men in the 13th minute when the referee upgraded a yellow card to a straight red after a VAR review. Senegal seized control, with Ismaila Sarr and Pape Gueye (who scored twice) extending the lead. Iliman Ndiaye wrapped up the rout late on, sealing a five-goal victory that boosts Senegal’s goal difference and strengthens their bid to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.

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