"Mauritania were eliminated from CAF qualifying some time ago and they're all that stands in the way of a third consecutive World Cup finals for Pape Thiaw's Senegal. The Lions of Teranga sit atop Group B, two points and a healthy chunk of goal difference clear of DR Congo in second place. A win in Diamniadio on Tuesday would made absolutely certain of Senegal's passage to North America and Mexico next summer but, in truth, even an unlikely draw should be enough."
"Senegal are unbeaten in the group and two of their three draws came away from home. Their away qualifier in Mauritania was played way back in June 2024. Habib Diallo scored the only goal of the game to give the visitors all three points. As Group B's top scorers and best defence, Senegal are big favourites to get the job done with a win on Tuesday."
Senegal face Mauritania in Diamniadio needing one point to clinch qualification for the 2026 World Cup in North America and Mexico. Senegal top Group B by two points and superior goal difference over DR Congo; a win would immediately secure qualification while a draw should also be enough. Senegal remain unbeaten in qualifying, with two of three draws away from home; their earlier away match in Mauritania ended 1-0 thanks to Habib Diallo. Senegal lead the group in goals scored and possess the best defence, with recent wins featuring Ismaila Sarr, Nicolas Jackson and Sadio Mane.
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