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Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise combined for a goal as France beat Senegal 3-1 in their World Cup opener. The duo's growing understanding, praised by coach Didier Deschamps, hints at a potentially iconic partnership for Les Bleus.
Michael Olise told L'Équipe that his favorite position is number 10, where he grew up playing, though he currently plays on the wing.
Olivier Giroud reveals the special moment captured in a photograph that defines his relationship with Kylian Mbappe, after Mbappe broke his France scoring record. Giroud also discusses Mbappe's confidence, ambition, and the striker's necessary selfishness.
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.
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.
Eric Roy, head coach of Stade Brest, has passed away at the age of 58. The club announced his death, prompting tributes.
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.
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.
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.
Kylian Mbappé has scored his 57th goal for France, tying Olivier Giroud's record as the nation's all-time leading scorer.
Bradley Barcola scored his first World Cup goal for France against Senegal, finding the net with his first touch of the match.
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.
Kylian Mbappé has scored 58 goals in 99 international appearances, breaking Olivier Giroud's record to become France's all-time top scorer.
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.
Michael Olise was named FIFA Man of the Match on his World Cup debut, recording one assist, 100% shot accuracy, and four chances created.
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.
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.
Watch all angles of Kylian Mbappe's second goal in France's 3-1 victory over Senegal.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I.
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.
