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FIFA WC: Mbappe closes in on Messi as France breeze past Sweden into last-16

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Kylian Mbappe's Brace Powers France Into World Cup Last 16, Sets Up Paraguay Clash

By IANS News July 01, 2026 • 08:00 AM View: 985

Mbappe showed his class once again with a brace as France breeze past Sweden 3-0 into the last 16. Bradley Barcola was also on target as Les Bleus continued their perfect start to FIFA World Cup 2026.

In the history of the World Cup, France is the first nation to play five consecutive matches, scoring at least three goals in each game.

TAGS Kylian Mbappe France Vs Sweden FIFA World Cup 2026 France Vs Paraguay Bradley Barcola Michael Olise

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