Senegal: Senegal soccer fans gather in Dakar to Watch World Cup defeat against France.

SHOTLIST: DAKAR, SENEGAL (JUNE 17, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF DRONE SHOTS OF PEOPLE WATCHING MATCH 2. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE CHANTING, WATCHING GAMEDAKAR, SENEGAL - JUNE 17, 2026: Hundreds of soccer fans gathered at a giant screen near the African Renaissance Monument on Wednesday, June 17, to watch Senegal’s opening World Cup Group I match against France. Supporters began arriving at the square hours before kickoff, many dressed in national team jerseys and waving Senegalese flags to cheer on the Lions of Teranga. Fans chanted and sang throughout the first half, creating a lively atmosphere as they backed their team against the former world champions. However, the celebrations were short-lived as France took control of the match. Each French goal was met with visible disappointment from the crowd, with many supporters falling silent as Senegal's hopes faded. Following Senegal's 3-1 defeat, fans quietly left the public square, bringing an end to an evening that had begun with high expectations.