A video showing members of the Senegal national football team undergoing security screening after arriving in the United States for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has attracted widespread attention on social media.

The footage was shared on X by a prominent African football journalist and has since sparked discussion among football fans and online commentators.

In the video, Senegal’s players can be seen standing near their luggage on an airport runway while security personnel carry out screening procedures. The players are wearing official team apparel during the checks.

One segment of the video shows a player standing with his arms extended while a security officer uses a handheld screening device to conduct a search.

No official statement issued

According to reports circulating online, the screening took place before the players entered the airport terminal. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the security checks have not been independently confirmed.

Neither the Senegalese Football Federation, FIFA, nor US authorities have issued an official statement regarding the video as of now.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Senegal is among the national teams set to participate in the tournament.

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