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Mbappé Scores Twice, France Beats Senegal, Hits 14 WC Goals

6/17/2026

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Mbappé Powers France Victory

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France defeated Senegal 3-1 at MetLife Stadium.
He opened scoring in the 66th minute after Michael Olise’s pass beat goalkeeper Édouard Mendy.
In stoppage time Mbappé fired a 30-yard shot over Mendy’s arm into the top corner.
The goals gave Mbappé 14 World Cup goals, tying Gerd Müller for third place and making him France’s all-time scorer with 58 goals, one ahead of Olivier Giroud.

Summary

Olise Sparks Revival

Michael Olise was moved from right wing to a central play-making role, sparking France’s second-half resurgence.
Coach Didier Deschamps praised Olise’s impact and the collective win, noting he will leave after the tournament.
The match took place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with the Manhattan skyline visible.
France will face Iraq in Philadelphia on June 18 and Norway in Boston on June 26.

History

Historical Context

France’s first World Cup title came on 12 July 1998, when host nation defeated Brazil 3-0 at the 80,000-seat Stade de France, with Zidane scoring twice and captain Didier Deschamps lifting the trophy. The triumph sparked nationwide celebrations and preceded France’s Euro 2000 win, establishing a legacy that today’s French side strives to extend.

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Mbappé Powers France Victory

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France defeated Senegal 3-1 at MetLife Stadium.
He opened scoring in the 66th minute after Michael Olise’s pass beat goalkeeper Édouard Mendy.
In stoppage time Mbappé fired a 30-yard shot over Mendy’s arm into the top corner.
The goals gave Mbappé 14 World Cup goals, tying Gerd Müller for third place and making him France’s all-time scorer with 58 goals, one ahead of Olivier Giroud.

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