France and Senegal meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. ET from New York New Jersey Stadium, New York New Jersey.

France, ranked third by FIFA, are appearing at their 17th World Cup, with their best finish a championship run in both 1998 and 2018. Senegal enter Group I ranked 15th by FIFA, appearing at their fourth World Cup, with their best finish a quarterfinal run in 2002.

Below, we'll give you all the details you need to know about how to watch this game.

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