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World Cup 2026: France beat Senegal as Mbappé becomes Les Bleus' record goal-scorer

World Cup 2026: France beat Senegal as Mbappé becomes Les Bleus' record goal-scorer

Summary

France won their opening match at the 2026 World Cup by beating Senegal 3-1. Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, making him France’s all-time highest scorer, surpassing Olivier Giroud.

Key Facts

  • France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their first 2026 World Cup match.
  • Kylian Mbappé scored two goals in this game.
  • Mbappé now holds the record for most goals scored for the French national team, with 58 goals.
  • He has scored 14 World Cup goals in his career, just two less than the all-time World Cup top scorer Miroslav Klose.
  • Another goal for France was scored by Bradley Barcola.
  • The match took place at MetLife Stadium.
  • Didier Deschamps is the coach of the French national team.
  • This victory gives France three points in Group I of the World Cup.
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