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Mbappe levels up with Henry as France cruise past Ukraine in World Cup tie

Mbappe levels up with Henry as France cruise past Ukraine in World Cup tie

Summary

France won against Ukraine 2-0 in a World Cup qualifying soccer match. Kylian Mbappe scored a late goal to tie with Thierry Henry for second on France's all-time scoring list. The win gives France an early advantage in their qualifying group.

Key Facts

  • France scored early with a goal from Michael Olise and later with a goal from Kylian Mbappe.
  • Mbappe's goal brought him to 51 international goals, matching Thierry Henry's record for France.
  • Ousmane Dembele, who substituted in the second half, aggravated a thigh injury.
  • France's strategy used a 4-2-3-1 formation, which helped control the game.
  • Ukraine had a strong moment after halftime with dangerous plays but could not score.
  • France's win puts them in a strong position in Group D of the World Cup qualifiers.
  • France will next play against Iceland, and Ukraine will face Azerbaijan.
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