Mbappe scores twice as France beat Senegal 3-1 in World Cup

Mbappe scores twice as France beat Senegal 3-1 in World Cup
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France secured a 3-1 win over Senegal in their FIFA World Cup Group I match, with star striker Kylian Mbappé scoring twice in the second half.

After a scoreless first half, Mbappe opened the scoring in the 66th minute following an assist from Michael Olise.

Mbappe is also now the all-time leading goalscorer for Les Bleus.

France doubled their lead in the 82nd minute through Bradley Barcola, with Adrien Rabiot providing the assist.

Senegal reduced the deficit in stoppage time when Ibrahima Mbaye scored in the 95th minute.

However, Mbappe struck again a minute later to complete his brace and seal the victory for France in the Group I encounter.

Meanwhile in other matches, Iraq will face Norway at 10am, Argentina will meet Algeria at 1pm, while Austria will face Jordan at 4pm.

Stay with us for updates on the FIFA World Cup.


Source: BBC Sports


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