Kylian Mbappé scores twice as France defeats Sweden 3-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
France secured a 3-0 victory over Sweden, advancing to the round of 16 in the World Cup on June 30. Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, moving him closer to Lionel Messi’s all-time World Cup scoring record. France dominated the match, creating numerous chances, and doubled their lead shortly after halftime through Bradley Barcola. A late opportunity by Sweden was missed, sealing their defeat. France will next face Paraguay in the knockout stage.
- •France wins 3-0 to advance to the round of 16.
- •Kylian Mbappé scores twice, moving one goal shy of Messi's record.
- •Bradley Barcola contributed a goal in the second half.
- •France created multiple scoring opportunities throughout the match.
- •Next, France faces Paraguay in the knockout round.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — France 3-0 Sweden: Mbappé shines to send Dechamps’ side through
"Kylian Mbappe was at the double to move within one goal of Lionel Messi’s all-time World Cup scoring record as France cruised past Sweden 3-0 and into the round of 16.France had knocked on the door ...
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