Kenya 0-8 Senegal: Full Match Result, Goals & Highlights (November 18, 2025)

Final Score: Kenya 0-8 Senegal | International Friendly | Turkey | 18 Nov 2025

Last Updated: November 18, 2025 | Match Report | Harambee Stars vs Lions of Teranga

Quick Match Facts

- Result: Kenya 0-8 Senegal
- Date: November 18, 2025
- Competition: International Friendly
- Venue: Turkey (Neutral)
- Attendance: TBC
- Man of the Match: Sadio Mané (Hat-trick)

Final Score Summary

Senegal dominated Kenya with an emphatic 8-0 victory in their international friendly match in Turkey. The Lions of Teranga scored six goals in the first half, with Sadio Mané netting a hat-trick and Nicolas Jackson adding two goals.

Goals Timeline

First Half Goals:
- 9' - Nicolas Jackson (Senegal) 1-0 | Assist: M. Diouf
- 12' - M. Diouf (Senegal) 2-0 | Assist: I. Mbaye
- 15' - Nicolas Jackson (Senegal) 3-0 | Assist: A. Seck
- 17' - Sadio Mané (Senegal) 4-0 | Assist: I. Mbaye
- 31' - Sadio Mané (Senegal) 5-0 | Penalty
- 35' - Sadio Mané (Senegal) 6-0

Half-Time Score: Kenya 0-6 Senegal

Second Half Goals:
- 47' - Ibrahima Mbaye (Senegal) 7-0 | Assist: B. Dia
- 80' - Cheikhou Ndiaye (Senegal) 8-0 | Penalty

Full-Time Score: Kenya 0-8 Senegal

Team Lineups

Kenya Starting XI (Harambee Stars)

Formation: 4-4-2

- GK: Brian Bwire
- DEF: Bryton Onyona, Sylvester Owino, Alphonse Omija, Baron Ochieng
- MID: Alpha Onyango, Anthony Akumu, Duke Abuya, Austine Odhiambo
- FWD: William Lenkupae, Jonah Ayunga

Senegal Starting XI (Lions of Teranga)

Formation: 4-3-3

- GK: Edouard Mendy
- DEF: Kalidou Koulibaly (c), Abdoulaye Seck, Mamadour Sarr, Malick Diouf
- MID: Illay Camara, Pathé Ciss, Pape Gueye
- FWD: Ibrahim Mbaye, Nicolas Jackson, Sadio Mané

Key Match Highlights

First Half Collapse
 

The Harambee Stars suffered a devastating first-half performance, conceding six goals. Senegal's attacking trio of Mané, Jackson, and Mbaye were unstoppable, with four goals scored between the 9th and 17th minutes.

Sadio Mané Hat-Trick
 

The former Liverpool star dominated the match with three goals, including a penalty. His performance showcased the massive quality gap between the two sides.

Nicolas Jackson Brace

The Chelsea striker opened the scoring and added a second within six minutes, setting the tone for Senegal's dominance.

Defensive Disaster

Kenya's defence had no answer to Senegal's pace and movement, with the African champions exposing gaps repeatedly throughout the match.

Historical Context: Kenya's Worst Defeats

This 8-0 loss ranks as Kenya's fourth-worst defeat in international football history:

1. 13-1 vs Uganda (December 14, 1932)
2. 13-2 vs Ghana (December 12, 1965)
3. 9-0 vs Zambia (November 13, 1978)
4. 8-0 vs Senegal (November 18, 2025) ⬅️ Today's match
5. 5-0 vs Mali (October 7, 2021)

What This Result Means

For Kenya (Harambee Stars)

- Major concerns over defensive organization ahead of upcoming qualifiers
- Questions about tactical preparation for high-level opposition
- Need for squad depth and quality improvements
- Mental recovery required before next fixtures

For Senegal (Lions of Teranga)

- Strong preparation ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures
- Attacking form looking sharp with 8 goals scored
- Squad depth and quality on full display
- Confidence boost for African champions

Post-Match Reaction

Coach reactions and player quotes to be updated following press conferences

Kenya’s 8-0 thrashing by Senegal has put Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy and his technical bench under intense scrutiny, with questions now looming over their future.

Following the humiliating defeat, FKF president Hussein Mohammed issued a public apology to Kenyans and pledged urgent reforms.

“Today is a very bad day in office,” he said.

This result is a wake-up call. To compete with the best in the world, we must invest in a professional and highly capable technical team and implement robust player development programs.”

We have no excuses. I sincerely apologise for this outcome. We are committed to fixing it. FKF will review all policies, operational procedures, and the performance of every staff member, starting from grassroots football and extending to all national teams,” 

Where to Watch Highlights

Official highlight videos and replays available on:
- Tap to watch highlights of Kenya vs Senegal in YouTube Channel

FAQs

Q: What was the final score of Kenya vs Senegal?
A: Senegal won 8-0 against Kenya in an international friendly match on November 18, 2025.

Q: Who scored for Senegal?
A: Sadio Mané (3 goals), Nicolas Jackson (2 goals), M. Diouf, Ibrahima Mbaye, and Cheikhou Ndiaye.

Q: Where was the match played?
A: The match was played at a neutral venue in Turkey.

Q: Is this Kenya's worst defeat?
A: No, it's Kenya's fourth-worst defeat. Their worst loss was 13-1 to Uganda in 1932.

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