Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant brace as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Saturday. The victory keeps France top of Group B with a perfect record after two games.
Match Summary
France dominated the first half, taking the lead through Mbappe in the 23rd minute. The Paris Saint-Germain star collected a pass from Antoine Griezmann, cut inside, and fired a low shot into the bottom corner. Senegal equalized just before halftime through Ismaila Sarr, who capitalized on a defensive mix-up.
Second Half Dominance
France came out strong in the second half. Mbappe restored the lead in the 55th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box. The goal was set up by a clever pass from Eduardo Camavinga. France sealed the win in the 78th minute when Olivier Giroud headed home from a corner.
The win puts France on six points, three clear of second-placed Senegal. The top two teams in each group advance to the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Key Performances
- Kylian Mbappe: Two goals, man of the match.
- Antoine Griezmann: Provided the assist for the first goal.
- Olivier Giroud: Scored the third goal with a header.
- Ismaila Sarr: Scored Senegal's equalizer.
What's Next
France will face the Netherlands in their next qualifier on Tuesday. Senegal will host Togo the same day.
