Mbappé double helps France beat Senegal in World Cup qualifier
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France began their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal in Group I.
France started their 2026 World Cup qualifying journey on a winning note, defeating Senegal 3-1 in Group I. The star of the show was Kylian Mbappé, who netted a brace to lead Les Bleus to victory.
The match marked France's opening fixture in the qualifying campaign, and they delivered a convincing performance. While details of the game flow are limited, Mbappé's double and another French goal proved enough to overcome Senegal's resistance. The Senegalese managed to score once but could not prevent the loss.
With this win, France secure three points and take an early lead in Group I. Mbappé's display underlines his importance to the national team as they aim for a strong qualifying run.
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