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France win as Mbappe ignites World Cup opener

EAST ​RUTHERFORD, N.J: France ​shook themselves awake after a ​sleepy first ‌half on Tuesday to beat Senegal 3-1 in the New York/New Jersey Stadium for a perfect ​start ⁠to their World Cup campaign.

Bangkok Post · Jun 16

World Cup 2026: Senegal lose to France in second-half smasher

In tonight's edition: Senegal lose to two-time champions France at the World Cup as Les Bleus win 3-1 in their group stage clash. Also, Africa CDC warns the Ebola crisis in DR Congo has the potential to become the worst ever of its kind. Plus it's been 50 years since…

France 24 · Jun 16

France 3-1 Senegal: Kylian Mbappe stars as Les Bleus begin World Cup 2026 campaign with huge win

Beaten 2022 finalists have a point to prove in North America

Evening Standard · Jun 16

World Cup 2026: France beat Senegal as Mbappé becomes Les Bleus' record goal-scorer

Favourites France overcame a wobbly start to defeat Group I rivals Senegal 3-1 in their World Cup opener on Tuesday, with captain Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to overtake Olivier Giroud as Les Bleus' all-time top scorer and move within two goals of Miroslav Klose's World Cup record.

France 24 · Jun 16

How to watch France vs Senegal: Free Streams & TV Channels online from anywhere for FIFA World Cup 2026, 3-1 France, Mbappe scores twice

Kylian Mbappe leads a star-studded France attack as they take on Senegal in their opening game at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group I fixture for free online and from anywhere.

TechRadar · Jun 16

Why were France not awarded a penalty for Kylian Mbappe incident against Senegal?

VAR controversy has reached the global stage

Evening Standard · Jun 16

Why didn’t VAR award France a penalty for trip on Mbappe in World Cup clash with Senegal?

Mane’s sliding tackle was not penalised even after the Australian referee had checked his pitchside monitor

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Trump suggests US can swiftly reimpose sanctions on Russian oil

As the war in Ukraine took centre stage at the G7 summit in the French town of Evian, US President Donald Trump said Moscow should make peace with Kyiv and suggested that the US could bring back sanctions on Russian oil, now that the Strait of Hormuz is expected to…

France 24 · Jun 16

Wayne Rooney brands Trevoh Chalobah England call-up ‘strange’ and names player he would have picked

Trevoh Chalobah received a late call-up to the England World Cup squad on Tuesday as he replaced the injured Tino Livramento. Thomas Tuchel’s decision to turn to Chalobah has sparked debate, with some questioning why he did not select another full-back such as Trent Alexander-Arnold or Lewis Hall. Wayne Rooney…

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Why England are finally ready to deliver on their World Cup destiny

Having overhauled their infrastructure and invested heavily in the national team, England are now prepared to challenge for major honours, so will 2026 be their time?

The Independent UK · Jun 16