Mbappe shines in France’s first win
3 d. ago / Jun 16, 2026 23:06
French soccer superstar Kylian Mbappe first equaled Lionel Messi’s record of 13 World Cup goals before surpassing the Argentinian with two goals against Senegal.
Mbappe overtook Messi on his 15th appearance, while the Argentine has 26 World Cup appearances.
Mbappe is now two goals away from former Germany striker Miroslav Klose’s World Cup record.
He has become France’s all-time top scorer with 58 goals, overtaking Olivier Giroud.
Mbappe scored the first and third goals in France’s 3-1 win over Senegal on Tuesday night.
Mbappe scored the first goal in the 66th minute, after Michael Olise’s magical pass.
The goal for 2:0 was scored by Bradley Barcola in the 82nd minute, assisted by Adrien Rabiot. Ibrahim Mbaye scored for 2:1 in the 95th minute.
The reaction of the French was immediate.
One minute after conceding the goal, Mbappe scored for the final result, 3:1.
The opening match of Group I took place at the “MetLife” stadium in New Jersey, in the presence of 80,545 spectators.
The first half ended 0:0.
Mbappe during the first half had 14 touches of the ball, fewer than any other player. But in the second half it exploded.
Despite France’s dominance, it was Senegal who created the first good chance.
In the 25th minute, he shot the post through striker Nicolas Jackson.
Even at the end of the first half, Senegal had a golden opportunity. Ismaila Sarri’s shot ended up on the goal of France’s goalkeeper, Mike Maignan.
France plays its second match against Iraq on June 22, while a day later, Senegal will have another difficult match. Will face Norway led by striker Erling Haaland.
Two quick goals in the match France – Senegal
3 d. ago / Jun 16, 2026 23:02
Senegal scored a goal against France. Ibrahim Mbaye scored for Senegal in the 95th minute. But the reaction of the French was swift.
Kylian Mbappe scored a minute later the goal for 3:1.
France scores the second goal
3 d. before / 16 Jun 2026 22:48
France also scored the second goal against Senegal.
The goal for 2:0 for the French was scored by Bradley Barcola assisted by Adrien Rabiot in the 82nd minute.
Mbappe equals Messi for goals scored in the World Cup
3 d. before / 16 Jun 2026 22:43
French superstar Kylian Mbappe equaled Lionel Messi’s record of 13 World Cup goals.
The French reached this figure in his 15th appearance, while the Argentine has 26 matches in history.
Mbappe scored France’s 1:0 lead over Senegal in the 66th minute.
Mbappe and Messi are three goals away from Miroslav Klose’s World Cup record.
Olise with a magical pass, Mbappe scores
3 d. ago / 16 Jun 2026 22:32
France has taken a 1:0 lead over Senegal.
Kylian Mbappe scored in the 66th minute after a magical pass from Michael Olise.
No goals in the first half, but Senegal more dangerous than France
3 d. before / 16 Jun 2026 21:54
The first half between France and Senegal, valid for Group I of the World Cup, ended goalless.
However, in this match, Senegal had more dangerous chances.
Striker Nicolas Jackson hit the post in the 26th minute.
Even at the end of the first half, the Senegalese missed a golden opportunity. Ismaila Sarri’s shot ended up on the goal of France’s goalkeeper, Mike Maignan.
Norway and Iraq are in this group.
Mbappe leads France’s attack, Senegal’s Mane
3 d. ago / 16 Jun 2026 19:58
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe leads France’s attack against Senegal.
The match between France and Senegal is played tonight from 21:00 at the “MetLife” stadium and belongs to Group I of the 2026 World Cup.
Other French stars Ousmane Dembele and Michael Olise will support Mbappe in attack.
Sadio Mane will lead Senegal’s attack.
