As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers intensifies, the Senegalese national team, affectionately known as the Lions of Teranga, are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations. Their latest test comes in the form of a friendly encounter against neighboring Benin, scheduled for Tuesday at the Stade de la Licorne.
Fresh off an emphatic 3-0 victory over Gabon just a few days prior, confidence is riding high in the Senegalese camp.
In a tightly contested international friendly, neither Guatemala nor Venezuela could find the breakthrough as the match ended in a 0-0 stalemate. The game served as preparation for both teams ahead of their respective Copa América campaigns this summer.
The first half was an even affair with both sides creating half-chances but struggling to truly test the opposing goalkeepers. Venezuela’s veteran midfielder Tomas Rincon earned his 132nd cap, setting a new record for most appearances for the Vinotinto.
As the international break approaches, all eyes will be on the Shell Energy Stadium where Guatemala and Venezuela are set to clash in a much-anticipated friendly encounter. While the match may be a non-competitive affair, both sides will be looking to gain valuable match practice and build momentum ahead of their respective upcoming challenges.
For Guatemala, the friendly serves as a crucial warmup before they resume their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign against Dominica.
