Ahead of the battle with Iraq.. Is Edouard Mendy’s World Cup journey over?

Media reports have revealed the serious injury suffered by Senegalese Al-Ahly goalkeeper Edouard Mendy while playing for his country at the 2026 World Cup.

Mendy picked up the injury in Senegal’s 2-3 defeat by Norway in the early hours of Tuesday in the second round of the World Cup group stage, confirming his absence for the third round match against Iraq.

And according to Senegalese “De Sports” websiteThe goalkeeper of “Al-Ahly” underwent a medical examination in the last few hours, which proved that the knee injury he is suffering from is not serious at all.

It is true that Mendy will miss the Senegal team in the match against Iraq, but he will be ready to return if the “Lions of Teranga” qualify for the round of 32 of the World Cup.

Senegal need to beat Iraq to fight for qualification in the 8 best third-placed teams, where they will earn the first 3 points after defeats to France and Norway respectively.