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FIFA: Mbappe sends France into knockout rounds
Published 23 June 2026 ยท sports
Synopsis Kylian Mbappe netted a brace, his second double of the tournament, as France secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq, advancing to the last
Synopsis Kylian Mbappe netted a brace, his second double of the tournament, as France secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq, advancing to the last 32. Ousmane Dembele added a third goal in a match significantly delayed by thunderstorms. Mbappe's goals bring him level with a World Cup scoring record, while France prepares to face Norway for group supremacy.
Published: June 23, 2026 โข 8:47 AM IST ยท Updated: June 23, 2026 โข 9:36 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Kylian Mbappe netted a brace, his second double of the tournament, as France secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq, advancing to the last 32. Ousmane Dembele added a third goal in a match significantly delayed by thunderstorms.
Mbappe's goals bring him level with a World Cup scoring record, while France prepares to face Norway for group supremacy.