At the Spartak Stadium in Moscow, Senegal have recorded the first African win at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, beating Poland 2-1. It evoked memories of their World Cup campaign 16 years ago in which they defeated world cup holders France in Seoul in their opening match.

Match Facts

• Senegal become first African nation to win a match at Russia 2018

• Lions of Teranga join Japan at top of Group H

• Senegal Forward Mbaye NIANG awarded man of the match

Teranga means hospitality in the Wolof language, but in a broader sense, the word represents Senegalese character and pride. The first goal was a Poland own-goal, in which Idrissa Gana’s shot ricocheted off of Poland defender Thiago Cionek.

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N’Diaye preserved the lead early in the second half, flying to his left to punch Robert Lewandowski’s 25-yard free kick.

The second goal came out of nowhere. Standing next to the fourth official on the sideline, Niang waited to rejoin the action. He was allowed on — just as Poland’s Grzegorz Krychowiak was thumping what appeared to be a harmless back pass toward teammate Jan Bednarek.

“We managed to control the game tactically and emotionally. This victory means we enter the competition in the best possible way, but we know it will be a difficult match against Japan. I guarantee the whole of Africa is supporting us. I get phone calls from everywhere. We are proud to represent Africa.” – Aliou Cisse, Senegal Coach and ex-world cup captain

Grzegorz Krychowiak’s 86th-minute header offered fleeting hope for Poland, but the better team prevailed before a spirited audience that included Senegalese President Macky Sall.

Senegal scores 2nd goal against Poland at FIFA worldcup 2018

See all goals details of Senegal Vs Poland FIFA World cup football match:

• 37′: CIONEK (POLAND) SCORES AN OWN GOAL!!
  • After a neat move, Senegal open the scoring after Idrissa Gueye’s shot was deflected in by Thiago Cionek. It’s a deserved lead for the Lions of Teranga.
• 60′: NIANG (SENEGAL) SCORES!!
  • Niang extends Senegal’s lead! He was able to impose his power and speed and pounce on the poor backpass by Poland midfielder Krychowiak and round Szczesny before tapping in.ma
• 86′: KRYCHOWIAK (POLAND) SCORES!!
  • Can Poland pull back this at last minute ?

“I think we have a lot of stamina and strength within the team to start our match against Colombia with full strength. I’m convinced we will recuperate and regenerate after this match. We will have a positive attitude in the next match.” – Nawalka, Poland Head Coach

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