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France opens World Cup with 3-1 victory over Senegal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:08 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

France opens World Cup with 3-1 victory over Senegal

Summary

France began its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win against Senegal on June 16 in New Jersey. Kylian Mbappé scored twice, bringing his career total to 58 goals for the national team, surpassing Olivier Giroud. The match featured intense moments, including a missed penalty appeal for France. Mbappé's goals allowed him to join the ranks of all-time World Cup scorers, now needing just two more to take the lead. France currently sits atop Group I, with their next match against Iraq on June 22.

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By the Numbers

•France defeats Senegal 3-1 in their World Cup opener.
•Kylian Mbappé scores two goals, becoming France's top all-time scorer.
•Mbappé ties with Gerd Müller for 14 World Cup goals.
•France appeals for a penalty in the first half.
•Next match for France is against Iraq on June 22.

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9:08 PMYahoo Sports — 📹 Amid controversy, Mbappé overtakes Pelé and Messi, nears World Cup reign

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France opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal this Tuesday (16).Highlights coming shortlyThe victory for "Les Bleus" (as they are called in French) was hard-fought and b...
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