Katar - - Senegal
Boulaye Dia opened the scoring in the 41st minute, capitalizing on a defensive slip by Qatar’s Boualem Khoukhi.
Bamba Dieng restored Senegal's two-goal cushion in the 84th minute to secure their first victory of the tournament. Tournament Impact
Watch the highlights of Senegal's historic victory over the host nation below: Katar - Senegal
The game was defined by clinical finishing from the "Lions of Teranga" and a milestone moment for the host nation:
In the 78th minute, substitute Mohammed Muntari scored Qatar's first-ever World Cup goal with a powerful header. Boulaye Dia opened the scoring in the 41st
This win provided the necessary momentum for Senegal to eventually advance to the Round of 16.
With this second consecutive defeat, and a subsequent draw between the Netherlands and Ecuador, Qatar became the first host nation to be eliminated after just two games. This win provided the necessary momentum for Senegal
The result had significant consequences for both teams' campaigns: