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France Lays the Ghost of 2002 to Rest After Overcoming Senegal

In 2002, Les Bleus lost in one of the biggest World Cup shocks of all time.

Sports Illustrated

SPO:'Relief' for France, second-half stunners sink Senegal

A Kylian Mbappe double after halftime has sparked two-time world champions France to an entertaining 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey.

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France 3-1 Senegal: Kylian Mbappe overtakes Olivier Giroud with brilliant brace

Mbappe bagged a brace as France opened their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey.

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Kylian Mbappe goals records in World Cup 2026: France captain creates history against Senegal, surpasses Lionel Messi, Pele

France and Real Madrid star Mbappe took his career World Cup goals tally to 14 –- just two behind all-time leader Miroslav Klose.

The Economic Times

SPO:France sizzle in second half to see off Senegal

A Kylian Mbappe double after halftime has sparked two-time world champions France to an entertaining 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey.

AAP

'Relief' for France, second-half stunners sink Senegal

A Kylian Mbappe double after halftime has sparked two-time world champions France to an entertaining 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey.

AAP

World Cup 2026: Former Arsenal star sends Kylian Mbappe message as France 'superstar' beats his record

Les Bleus captain continues to write himself into the history books

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Mbappé breaks records as France see off spirited Senegal

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

France Player Ratings vs. Senegal: Magnifique Mbappe Breaks Scoring Records in Victory

Kylian Mbappé became France’s greatest-ever goalscorer with a brace in the World Cup opener.

Sports Illustrated

How Kylian Mbappe inspired France’s devastating win over Senegal – and broke records on the way

France 3-1 Senegal: The French talisman now has more World Cup goals than Pele and could be the deciding factor in his team’s charge to win the tournament

The Independent UK

Michael Olise elevates Kylian Mbappe to new heights in frightening World Cup performance

Olise helped ignite France’s World Cup 2026 bid by assisting Kylian Mbappe to break down Senegal in a 3-1 victory in New York

The Independent UK

Mbappé’s belter steals show as fluid France see off late Senegal challenge

Kylian Mbappé’s outstanding second finished off Senegal’s strong finish to give France a 3-1 opening win in Group I of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

How to watch France vs Senegal: Free Streams & TV Channels online from anywhere for FIFA World Cup 2026, 3-1 France, Mbappe scores twice

Kylian Mbappe leads a star-studded France attack as they take on Senegal in their opening game at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group I fixture for free online and from anywhere.

TechRadar

World Cup 2026: Mbappé brace ignites France's title bid after sleepy start against Senegal

World Cup favourites France rebounded from a poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1 in their Group I opener on Tuesday, with captain Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to move past Pelé and Lionel Messi with 14 World Cup goals – and become Les Bleus' all-time record scorer. Read our blog…

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France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Preview: Odds, Picks & History-Laden Clash

France and Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on June 16, 2026, in a Group I opener with immediate knockout-stage implications. France enter as the clear favorites at -230, while Senegal – who famously defeated the reigning world champions in their only prior World Cup meeting…

Sports Illustrated

15 World Cup Superstars Who Could Have Represented Different Nations

Some of the tournament’s top stars might’ve lined up in different colors.

The Economic Times

France vs Senegal Key Players FIFA World Cup 2026: Predicted lineups, key players, team news, stats and match prediction

France vs Senegal FIFA 2026: France and Senegal renew their World Cup rivalry on June 16 at MetLife Stadium, a rematch of their famous 2002 opener. With stars like Mbappé and Mané set to feature, both nations aim for a strong start in a highly competitive Group I. France enters…

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World Cup winner reveals identity of France ‘monster’ who could take Les Bleus to third straight final

Former France international Blaise Matuidi believes in Les Bleus’ chances at the 2026 World Cup

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France kick off World Cup campaign, with Senegal looking to repeat 2002 upset

Les Bleus will be wary of carrying the favourites tag when they begin their quest for a third World Cup title against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after their shock defeat against the Lions of Teranga set off dancing in the streets of Dakar – and precipitated France's calamitous exit…

Sports Illustrated

France vs. Senegal—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

A repeat of the 2002 opening game has been billed as one of the most anticipated group stage matches of the tournament.

Radio France Internationale

Fearsome France begin World Cup wary of over-confidence

France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence.

Evening Standard

France vs Senegal: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Les Bleus will hope to banish demons of their shock defeat in 2002 tournament opener

Sports Illustrated

France Predicted Lineup vs. Senegal: World Cup Group I

One of the pre-tournament favorites begins its World Cup campaign against a dangerous Senegalese side.

Evening Standard

France vs Senegal lineups: Confirmed team news, starting XIs, injury latest for World Cup today

Didier Deschamps faced tough call over who to support Kylian Mbappe in star-studded Les Bleus attack

Sports Illustrated

The Four Biggest Storylines for France at the 2026 World Cup

Les Bleus heads to this summer’s tournament as one of the leading favorites.

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