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Kylian Mbappé scores twice as France leads Senegal 3-1 in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Kylian Mbappé scores twice as France leads Senegal 3-1 in World Cup match
Summary

Kylian Mbappé scored twice in the second half to lead France to a 3-1 victory over Senegal on June 16. This match marked Mbappé becoming France's all-time leading goal scorer, surpassing Olivier Giroud with his 58th international goal. France initially struggled in the first half but improved dramatically after halftime. The team remains a favorite to advance deep in the tournament, with Mbappé aiming for another World Cup title after a disappointing finish in 2022.

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  • •Mbappé becomes France's all-time leading scorer with 58 goals.
  • •France scored all three goals in the second half against Senegal.
  • •The victory came after France's lackluster first-half performance.
  • •Mbappé's first goal was a well-placed shot after a key assist.
  • •France's next match will be crucial for their tournament progression.
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  • 11:48 AMYahoo Sports — Kylian Mbappé stands alone in history for France. Can he win another World Cup?
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Kylian Mbappe's brace against Senegal was a reminder to the world about just how lethal this team's attack can be.

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