Matches
Best World Cup Goals from Round One: Messi, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
Watch the best goals from the first round of the 2026 World Cup, including strikes from Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. Video available to UK users only.
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Opinion
World Cup Power Rankings: France Lead After Opening Games
BBC Sport experts rank all 48 World Cup teams after their first matches. France tops the list following a dominant win over Senegal, while defending champions Argentina sit third despite an emphatic victory.
News
Stade Brest Head Coach Eric Roy Dies at 58
Eric Roy, head coach of Stade Brest, has passed away at the age of 58. The club announced his death, prompting tributes.
Matches
Messi, Mbappe, Haaland Shine on World Cup Opening Day
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina, Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer, and Erling Haaland netted a double as Norway returned to the World Cup with a win. Austria also beat Jordan in their first World Cup match since 1998.
News
Rabiot criticizes MetLife Stadium pitch after France win
France midfielder Adrien Rabiot described the pitch at MetLife Stadium as 'more like an artificial surface' after their 3-1 win over Senegal. The temporary grass surface, installed for the World Cup, has drawn complaints from players including Brazil's Vinicius Junior.
News
Football Daily: England World Cup Preview, Messi Hat-Trick, France Win
England's World Cup campaign begins as Thomas Tuchel and Harry Kane address the media ahead of the Croatia match. Lionel Messi becomes the oldest player to score a World Cup hat-trick. France beats Senegal 3-1, with Julien Laurens analyzing their title chances.
Players
Mbappé ties Giroud as France's all-time top scorer with 57 goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored his 57th goal for France, tying Olivier Giroud's record as the nation's all-time leading scorer.
Players
Bradley Barcola scores first World Cup goal with first touch
Bradley Barcola scored his first World Cup goal for France against Senegal, finding the net with his first touch of the match.
Matches
France Open World Cup with Win Over Senegal; Mbappé Sets Goal Record
France began their World Cup campaign with a victory against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé made history by scoring his 58th goal, becoming the all-time leading scorer.
Players
Mbappé breaks Giroud's France scoring record with 58 goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored 58 goals in 99 international appearances, breaking Olivier Giroud's record to become France's all-time top scorer.
Players
Mbappé: 'I'm not playing for revenge'
Kylian Mbappé says he is not motivated by revenge or silencing critics, stating he would have to play until age 80 to do so. He is fully focused on giving his best for his country.
Players
Michael Olise Named Man of the Match on World Cup Debut
Michael Olise was named FIFA Man of the Match on his World Cup debut, recording one assist, 100% shot accuracy, and four chances created.
Matches
Mbappe's double makes him France's all-time top scorer in World Cup
Kylian Mbappe scored twice to become France's all-time leading scorer with 58 goals, leading Les Bleus to a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their World Cup 2026 opener. Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye also scored in a thrilling second half.
Players
Kylian Mbappe breaks France national scoring record
Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time leading scorer, surpassing a long-standing record. The 25-year-old forward achieved the milestone during a recent match, cementing his place in French football history.
Matches
Mbappe's long-range goal in France's win over Senegal
Watch all angles of Kylian Mbappe's second goal in France's 3-1 victory over Senegal.
Matches
Mbappe double helps France beat Senegal in World Cup 2026 opener
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I.
Players
Mbappe equals France scoring record, eyes more milestones
Kylian Mbappe scored his 57th goal for France in a World Cup opener against Senegal, tying Olivier Giroud's record. At 27, he is poised to become the nation's all-time top scorer and potentially surpass Miroslav Klose's World Cup record of 16 goals.
Players
Giroud: Why Kante remains crucial for France
Olivier Giroud reveals how he convinced N'Golo Kante not to retire from international football in 2018. The 35-year-old midfielder remains a key player for France at the 2025 World Cup, valued for his energy, defensive balance, and positive influence on the squad.
News
Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is left empty at every France World Cup match to highlight the case of Christophe Gleizes, a French sports journalist imprisoned in Algeria since 2025 on terrorism charges. His mother and fellow journalists campaign for his release.
Matches
World Cup Matchday 6: Argentina, France Begin Campaigns
Matchday 6 of the 2026 World Cup features defending champions Argentina and 2022 finalists France. Key matches include France vs Senegal, Norway vs Iraq, and Austria vs Jordan, with several teams returning after long absences.