Senegal Lead Belgium 1-0 at Half Time

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Senegal Lead Belgium 1-0 at Half Time

Senegal stun Belgium in Seattle, with Habib Diarra's 24th-minute goal giving the Lions of Teranga a shock lead. Belgium have struggled to break down a disciplined Senegal side despite dominating possession, with play also briefly suspended in the 31st minute after multiple pitch invaders ran onto the field. Mendy watches from the stands as backup goalkeeper Mory Diaw deputizes.

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