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France vs. Iraq—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

France can seal qualification as Iraq seek one of the World Cup’s biggest-ever upsets.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 22

Can we play 3 keepers? Arnold's Iraq prepare for Mbappe

French superstar Kylian Mbappe scored three goals for against Senegal. Now he takes on Graham Arnold's battling Iraq team.

AAP · Jun 21

France Predicted Lineup vs. Iraq: World Cup Group I

Les Bleus will clinch qualification if they avoid defeat against Iraq.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 21

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Norway vs Senegal lineups: Confirmed team news, predicted XIs, injury latest for World Cup today

Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard and Sadio Mane all set to feature in Group I clash

Evening Standard · Jun 21

FIFA 2026 - How a warm World Cup welcome is endearing the US to fans

Initial skepticism about the U.S. co-hosting the World Cup is giving way to positive experiences for international fans. Discoveries of American hospitality, unique retail culture, and friendly locals are emerging, even in less-visited cities. While some concerns like heat and high costs persist, these personal encounters are reshaping perceptions of…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

France vs Iraq World Cup 2026 Predictions, Picks and Odds

France meet Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field on June 22 with France as short as -1000. A win sends Les Bleus through Group I with a game to spare.

Sports Lens · Jun 19

Norway vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Norway vs Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium on June 22 in a must-win Group I clash. Norway are +135 favorites backed by Haaland and a perfect qualifying run.

Sports Lens · Jun 19

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Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage Path After Winning Group A

El Tri completed its first 2026 World Cup objective and will host its round of 32 game at the Estadio Azteca.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 19

All you need to know about Morocco ahead of Scotland's World Cup game

AFTER Scotland's opening victory against Haiti in the World Cup, Steve Clarke's men will be looking ahead to facing a ghost of the past in…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18

Arsenal prepare Bradley Barcola bid with PSG winger among key targets

Barcola shone for France at the World Cup against Senegal and is a European champion with PSG, while Liverpool are also thought to be interested

The Independent UK · Jun 17

‘The Pitch!’—France Critical of MetLife Stadium Surface a Year After Concerns First Raised

Les Bleus beat Senegal at the venue in New Jersey but felt the pitch was a hindrance.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

France seal hard-earned win against Senegal, Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina

Tactical changes by Les Bleus manager Didier Deschamps at half-time saw France seal a 3-1 win in their opening game against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé scored a brace, becoming the country's top goalscorer, with 58 goals to his name. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi helped Argentina shine with a hat-trick against Algeria –…

France 24 · Jun 17

Football’s greatest showman shows Mbappé and Haaland who’s boss

In today’s Football Daily: The big guns join the party

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

Why Was Kylian Mbappé Not Awarded Penalty in France’s Win Over Senegal?

The French forward was at the heart of more controversy on Tuesday.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

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International Business Times UK · Jun 17

10 Photos of Kylian Mbappe: Icon Claims He Would Play Till 80 to Shut Up Constant Critics

Kylian Mbappé scored twice against Senegal in East Rutherford to become France's all-time leading scorer, overtaking Olivier Giroud on 58 goals. His late long-range stunner capped a 3-1 win and underlined why he remains the central figure in France's latest charge.

FourFourTwo · Jun 17

World Cup day six highlights: Lionel Messi nets hat-trick for Argentina as Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland both score twice

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to begin Argentina's defence of their World Cup while Kylian Mbappe helped get France off to a winning start against Senegal and Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway

Bangkok Post · Jun 17

Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring record

EAST RUTHERFORD — Kylian Mbappe renewed his remarkable relationship with the World Cup Tuesday as he scored twice in France's 3-1 win over Senegal, leaving him within touching distance of Lionel Messi as he bids to become the tournament's highest ever scorer.

France 24 · Jun 17

World Cup 2026: France and Kylian Mbappé off to flying start

France beat Senegal in their opening World Cup match (3-1). With a brace, captain Kylian Mbappé is now the all-time leading goalscorer for France, with 58 goals.

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Euronews · Jun 17

Lionel Messi ties Miroslav Klose for most World Cup goals as Argentina cruise past Algeria 3-0

France finds a way to break a goalless first half as they cruise past Senegal, the African champions whose recent AFCON title was stripped on a technicality and awarded to Morocco, delivering a 3-1 win campaign opener.

The Economic Times · Jun 17

FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup

Kylian Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Pele's World Cup goal tally with 14, as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opener. After a quiet first half, Mbappe's brace and a late goal from Bradley Barcola secured the win. Ibrahim Mbaye scored Senegal's lone goal in stoppage time.

The Guardian - US · Jun 17

France looked a disjointed mess in their World Cup opener. Then came Mbappé

The tournament favorites were far from their best in their first half against a strong Senegal side. Their star forward made sure things finished fine

France 24 · Jun 17

France midfielder Rabiot joins Vinicius in criticising World Cup final pitch

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot said the pitch "felt more like an artificial surface" after Les Bleus opened their World Cup campaign with a 3-1 victory over Senegal on Tuesday at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which will host the final game of the tournament on July 19.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 16

France Lays the Ghost of 2002 to Rest After Overcoming Senegal

In 2002, Les Bleus lost in one of the biggest World Cup shocks of all time.

AAP · Jun 16

SPO:'Relief' for France, second-half stunners sink Senegal

A Kylian Mbappe double after halftime has sparked two-time world champions France to an entertaining 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 16

Kylian Mbappe Breaks Two France Goalscoring Records in Opening World Cup Win

Les Bleus started off with an entertaining victory against Senegal in the New Jersey sunshine.

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