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‘Decisive’ Dembélé joins party but could group dominance hurt France?

Norway will provide a tougher test for two-time world champions – and they are going to need it before knockouts

The Guardian - UK

Norway vs France World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Norway vs France World Cup 2026 predictions: France lead Group I on goal difference, with Mbappe already at four goals. Our pick is France at -136.

Sports Lens

Mbappé's double on 100th appearance fires France into World Cup knockout stages

Kylian Mbappé marked his 100th cap for France on Monday night with two goals in their 3-0 win over Iraq in a game that took more than four hours to complete due to thunder storms over Philadelphia.

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France Player Ratings vs. Iraq: Not Even Thunderstorms Can Slow Mbappe Down

Kylian Mbappé is now just two goals shy of Lionel Messi in the race for the greatest goalscorer in World Cup history.

Sports Illustrated

Two-hour storm break fails to stop France as Mbappé and Dembélé prove too good for Iraq

Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Ousmane Dembélé added another as France cruised to a win over Iraq that was delayed for two hours at half-time

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: Mbappé stars as France breeze past Iraq despite weather chaos

France defeated Iraq 3-0 in Philadelphia to mathematically secure their passage to the knockout stages. Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Ousmane Dembélé added a third, but the match was overshadowed by severe thunderstorms that forced a two hour and 12-minute delay, the evacuation of spectators and a complete washout of…

France 24

Mbappé eyes ‘special’ Iraq match, says France more offensive than past World Cup squads

France captain Kylian Mbappé said Les Bleus’ abundance of talent up front gives them a more offensive edge than at the past two World Cups as they aim to book a place in the knockout stage on Monday with victory over Iraq – in a game that will see the…

France 24

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

France can seal qualification as Iraq seek one of the World Cup’s biggest-ever upsets.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappé hungry for Golden Boot battle with Messi as he sings Les Bleus

France’s Kylian Mbappé said Lionel Messi is the ‘best of the best’ while sitting on the fence regarding his opinion on World Cup hydration breaks

The Guardian - UK

The brilliant Michael Olise represents a key faultline in history of French football

Unusually in this France side, he plays with a sense of freedom and joy and has not yet submitted fully to Deschamps’s tactical yoke

The Guardian - UK

Why are pizzas round and pizza slices triangle-shaped? The kids’ quiz

Five multiple-choice questions – set by children – to test your knowledge, and a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes

The Guardian - UK

France vs Iraq World Cup 2026 Predictions, Picks and Odds

France meet Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field on June 22 with France as short as -1000. A win sends Les Bleus through Group I with a game to spare.

Sports Lens

France looked a disjointed mess in their World Cup opener. Then came Mbappé

The tournament favorites were far from their best in their first half against a strong Senegal side. Their star forward made sure things finished fine

The Guardian - US

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.

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The Guardian - 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

France 24

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…

Sports Lens

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…

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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France 24

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.

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.

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.

Sports Lens

France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

France vs Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium on June 16, 2026. France are favored at -210 in this Group I opener. Get our picks and predictions.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Forwards at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Attackers from Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Real Madrid will light up the World Cup.

France 24

Olise hat-trick rounds off France’s World Cup preparations, sends ominous warning

Michael Olise's dazzling hat-trick for France in their final World Cup warm-up sends an ominous warning to rivals of Les Bleus, adding further firepower to a formidable attack that already includes the likes of Kylian Mbappé, Désiré Doué and the current Ballon d'Or holder, Ousmane Dembélé.

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