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Kylian Mbappe denied penalty as France leads Senegal in World Cup opener

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Kylian Mbappe denied penalty as France leads Senegal in World Cup opener

Summary

France triumphed 3-1 over Senegal in their FIFA World Cup opening match at Met Life Stadium on June 16. Kylian Mbappe was controversially denied a penalty shortly before halftime after being fouled by Senegal's Sadio Mane. Referee Alireza Faghani ruled that Mbappe initiated contact, leading to a goal kick instead of a spot kick, despite VAR review. Mbappe scored two goals in the match, reaching his 58th international goal and tying for France's all-time scoring record. Senegal's Ibrahim Mbaye scored in stoppage time.

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By the Numbers

•France wins 3-1 against Senegal in World Cup opener.
•Mbappe denied a penalty after a VAR review of Mane's challenge.
•Mbappe scores twice, tying France's all-time scoring record.
•Ibrahim Mbaye scores Senegal's goal in stoppage time.
•Match held at Met Life Stadium, New Jersey.

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Kylian Mbappe was controversially denied what appeared to be a clear penalty in France's FIFA World Cup opening win against Senegal, as they look to reach their third consecutive final
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