Brazil Vs Senegal Match 2023 Stats – A Detailed Breakdown
On 19 November 2023 the Brazilian national team faced Senegal in an international friendly that served as a final rehearsal before the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match, widely shared under hashtags such as #seleçãobrasileira and #lionsdelateranga, offered fans a glimpse of both squads’ form and tactical intent. Below is a comprehensive look at the key statistics, player performances, and what the numbers suggest for the upcoming World Cup campaign.
Match Overview
Brazil secured a 2‑1 victory over Senegal, with Neymar opening the scoring and Rodrygo adding the second goal. Senegal pulled one back through a well‑timed header from Sadio Mané. The match was played at the Red Bull Arena in New Jersey, USA, and attracted a global audience eager to see how the two continents‑powerhouses would line up for future tournaments.
Core Statistics
- Possession: Brazil 57 % – Senegal 43 %
- Total shots: Brazil 14 – Senegal 10
- Shots on target: Brazil 8 – Senegal 5
- Passes completed: Brazil 540 – Senegal 380
- Pass accuracy: Brazil 86 % – Senegal 78 %
- Fouls committed: Brazil 12 – Senegal 14
- Yellow cards: Brazil 2 – Senegal 3
- Corner kicks: Brazil 6 – Senegal 4
Goal Timeline
- 23′ – Neymar (Brazil) – a swift counter‑attack finished with a low drive into the net.
- 57′ – Sadio Mané
