Senegal 2, Portugal 3

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (Interstat) — Erling Haaland scored twice and Marcus Pedersen added a goal as Portugal opened World Cup group play with a 3-2 victory over Senegal on Monday at MetLife Stadium. Portugal’s forward Haaland struck in the 48th and 58th minutes, the second goal coming off a deflection inside the area that left Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy with no chance. Midfielder Pedersen opened the scoring in the 43rd minute, finishing a low drive from the right side after a give-and-go with Diogo Jota. Senegal, coming off a loss in its opening match, mounted a spirited comeback led by… Read more...