Edouard Mendy was forced off the field in the 65th minute of Senegal’s clash against Norway. | Photo Credit: REUTERS

A knee injury sustained during Monday’s loss to Norway has ruled out Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy from Friday’s World Cup match against Iraq, his national team said on Wednesday.

Mendy suffered the injury while trying to make a save and left the field in the 63rd minute, with Norway leading 3-1. Norway won the match 3-2 after Ismaila Sarr scored his second goal in added time.

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Media reports said Mendy, 34, had suffered a ligament issue.

“Further medical examinations are underway to precisely assess the nature of his injury and determine the course of his participation in the competition,” the Senegal team posted on X.

Senegal and Iraq are both coming off two losses going into their final Group I game in Toronto.

Published on Jun 24, 2026