Senegal futsal team wins first JOJ match
Mamadou Diagne scored the winning goal in the final minute against Panama.
Senegal secured their first victory at the Youth Olympic Games (JOJ) on November 4, 2026, defeating Panama in a thrilling futsal match at the Iba-Mar-Diop Complex. Diakhaté opened the scoring in the 8th minute and quickly added a second goal. Mamadou Diagne extended the lead to 3-0 early in the second half.
Panama fought back, scoring twice to narrow the deficit and then equalizing in the 33rd minute. Senegal regained the lead with a fourth goal, but Panama equalized again. In the closing moments, Mamadou Diagne scored the decisive goal, securing the 4-3 victory and sparking celebrations among the large crowd.
The Senegalese team, known as the Lionceaux, are now third in their group. They will face Afghanistan on Saturday at 17:30 GMT in a match that will determine a place in the semi-finals.
Why it mattersSenegalese youth athletes have secured a victory in the Youth Olympic Games futsal tournament.