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Mbappe bounces back in Olise-inspired France turnaround

They made hard work of it, but much-fancied France got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start as they eventually secured a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I. After a dire first-half display Les Bleus were transformed, with Kylian Mbappe - who had been particularly poor - delivering a brace either side of Bradley Barcola's fine finish to become his country's record goal-scorer.

Mbappe reveals how Madrid transfer brought unexpected freedom

France international Kylian Mbappe has opened up about his newfound freedom since joining Real Madrid. As he prepares to lead his nation in their 2026 World Cup opener against Senegal, the forward revealed how leaving his homeland has surprisingly allowed him to enjoy a more normal life, despite facing two difficult years on the pitch while his former club dominated Europe.

Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 kits

Senegal 2026 kits revealed - from adding a new rhythm to the national colours to a golden colourway.

Deschamps picks 'clear' World Cup favourites - and it's not France

Didier Deschamps has downplayed France's status as the leading contenders for the World Cup crown, instead pointing towards a European rival as the team to beat. Speaking ahead of Les Bleus' opening fixture against Senegal, the veteran coach insisted that while his side harbours domestic ambitions, they do not currently hold the mantle of the world's strongest team.

Mbappe admits he needs to 'take another step forward defensively' for France to win the World Cup

Kylian Mbappe has issued a rallying cry to his France team-mates by admitting he must evolve his own game to ensure World Cup glory. The Les Bleus captain acknowledges that his defensive contributions have often been a point of contention and is determined to silence the critics in North America.

NYC's World Cup food scene serves samba with every match

From enchiladas to coxinha, discover the fan-favorite foods of Groups G, H and I and where to find them across New York City during the 2026 World Cup.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	SC Poltava	18	8	5	5	35	27	8	29	D W W D W
6	Metalurh Zaporizhzhia	18	6	7	5	23	18	5	25	L D L D W
7	FC Hirnyk-Sport	18	5	2	11	16	32	-16	17	D L L W D
8	FC Kremin Kremenchuk	18	4	2	12	14	40	-26	14	L L L W L
9	Chernihiv	18	4	1	13	20	44	-24	13	D W L L L

Mbappe bounces back in Olise-inspired France turnaround

Mbappe reveals how Madrid transfer brought unexpected freedom

Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 kits

Deschamps picks 'clear' World Cup favourites - and it's not France

Mbappe admits he needs to 'take another step forward defensively' for France to win the World Cup

NYC's World Cup food scene serves samba with every match

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