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Olise's genius helps Mbappe match Messi in France cruise

France cruised into the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Sweden on Tuesday, inspired by a Michael Olise masterclass. At his dazzling best in New Jersey, the Bayern Munich sensation was involved in absolutely everything as a Kylian Mbappe brace and Bradley Barcola strike ensured Les Bleus progressed from the round of 32 at a canter.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi leads Mbappe & Co

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Is Saliba injured? France boss delivers reassuring update

France manager Didier Deschamps has insisted he is not concerned by William Saliba's ongoing back injury ahead of their World Cup round of 32 clash against Sweden. The Arsenal defender admitted he is not playing at 100 per cent and has been forced to skip training sessions to manage the issue, but Deschamps believes the centre-back remains fully prepared to anchor Les Bleus' defence in New York.

France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

Comprehensive match preview of France vs Sweden at the World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news, and more ahead of this Round of 32 clash in East Rutherford.

France vs Sweden predictions: Favourites to show why they wear the tag

Three France vs Sweden predictions for their World Cup knockout game on Wednesday early morning, including value on the anytime goalscorer bet.

‘He’s a magical player’ - What Isak needs in order to prove that

Alexander Isak remains a “magical player”, former Sweden international Stefan Schwarz has told GOAL, with the Liverpool striker being told what he needs in order to prove as much at Anfield. With a record-breaking price tag hanging around his neck, the former Newcastle frontman endured an injury-ravaged debut campaign on Merseyside that delivered just four goals.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Launceston City	12	8	0	4	32	21	11	24	W W W L L
5	Riverside Olympic	12	6	2	4	24	17	7	20	W D L D W
6	Clarence Zebras	13	6	2	5	21	20	1	20	D D L W L
7	Glenorchy Knights	13	3	1	9	16	26	-10	10	L L D L W
8	South East United	13	3	0	10	14	44	-30	9	L W L L W