Senegalese football legend El Hadji Diouf has arrived in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to support the national team. His arrival comes just three days before Senegal's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against France. The former striker was welcomed by the squad and supporters in a video released by the Senegalese Football Federation. Diouf's presence evokes memories of the 2002 World Cup, where Senegal famously defeated France in their debut appearance. In his address, the former international expressed confidence and called for national unity. He urged supporters to rally behind the team to repeat their historic success. Diouf emphasized that the "sacred union" behind the Lions is essential for the upcoming challenge.