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Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland shine in World Cup victories

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:21 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland shine in World Cup victories

Summary

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in the second half as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their World Cup match on June 16, 2026. Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer with his 58th goal, moving ahead of Olivier Giroud. Elsewhere, Erling Haaland marked his World Cup debut with two goals in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq, establishing his presence as a top player. Both stars' performances emphasize the emerging talent in soccer following the era of Messi and Ronaldo. Moving forward, France aims to continue their strong World Cup campaign as they look for a third consecutive final appearance.

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By the Numbers

•France beats Senegal 3-1 with Mbappe's brace
•Mbappe becomes France's all-time leading goalscorer
•Haaland scores twice in Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq
•France aims for a third consecutive World Cup final
•Both players represent the new generation in soccer

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11:21 PMCBS Sports — Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland's dominant World Cup displays show post-Messi and Ronaldo era in good hands

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The French superstar scored twice in the second half to break national records, while Erling Haaland scored twice in the first half for Norway
— CBS Sportsby Chuck Booth

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