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France advances to Round of 16 after defeating Sweden at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:11 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

France advances to Round of 16 after defeating Sweden at World Cup

Summary

France secured a commanding victory over Sweden to advance into the Round of 16 at the World Cup on June 30. Kylian Mbappe scored his third brace of the tournament, equaling Lionel Messi at the top of the scoring chart. Michael Olise contributed two assists, leading the tournament in that category with five. Bradley Barcola also found the net, marking his second goal of the campaign. France is set to face Paraguay in the next round.

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By the Numbers

•France leads 3-0 against Sweden at the World Cup.
•Kylian Mbappe ties Lionel Messi in goals scored.
•Michael Olise tops the assist chart with five.
•Bradley Barcola scores his second goal of the tournament.
•France will play Paraguay in the Round of 16.

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11:11 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Olise leads assists chart as France sweep past Sweden

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France comfortably beat Sweden to progress into the Round of 16 at the World Cup. Kylian Mbappe scored his third brace of the tournament to tie Lionel Messi at the scoring chart, while FC Bayern’s M...
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