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Mbappé shines as France advances; Spain prepares for knockout stage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:43 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Mbappé shines as France advances; Spain prepares for knockout stage

Summary

On July 1, 2026, Kylian Mbappé led France to a 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup round of 32, scoring twice and showcasing his skill. Meanwhile, Spain's national team is gearing up for a crucial match against Austria after successfully navigating the group stage. In club news, FC Barcelona undergoes significant changes, with Joan Laporta starting his third presidential term and Ansu Fati departing for Monaco. As the tournament progresses, France will face Paraguay in the next round.

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By the Numbers

•Mbappé scores twice in France's 3-0 win over Sweden.
•Spain prepares for a knockout match against Austria.
•Joan Laporta begins his third term as Barcelona president.
•Ansu Fati transfers to Monaco for €11 million.
•France will face Paraguay next in the knockout stages.

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7:43 AMYahoo Sports — 🗞️ Front pages, Spain sets its course; Europe bows to Mbappé

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World football shows no mercy on this 1 July 2026. International front pages are bowing to France’s masterclass at the World Cup, while on the domestic front, the Spanish national team fine-tunes it...
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