World Cup 2026, how Lyon and the Rhône celebrated France’s win over Senegal

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·17 June 2026

World Cup 2026, how Lyon and the Rhône celebrated France’s win over Senegal

France’s World Cup opener against Senegal drew packed crowds across Lyon and the Rhône, with jubilant scenes as the team sealed victory.

Kick-off was at 21:00 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. According to Le Progres, venues were lively long before the start, with guides on where to watch and punters having their say.

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The mood climbed around 20:50 at MyBeers in Confluence. Just before 21:00, supporters spoke about chasing a third star, while a sizeable local following backed Senegal around 21:20.

A brief setback hit Villefranche at 21:50 when the screen went black. By 22:05, some fans were calling for a dedicated fan zone at Bellecour.

At 22:30, Ninkasi Cordeliers erupted as it went 1-0, rounding off a night when the region lived every moment of France’s start to the tournament.

Source: Le Progres