World Cup 2026: France sweeps Iraq with a clean three-goal victory

22.06.26 FT World Cup

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In the second round of Group I at the World Cup, the French national team imposed their dominance over Iraq, cruising to a commanding 3-0 win, further solidifying their strong campaign. Les Bleus have now officially booked their ticket to the next round, with one group match still to play.

Kylian Mbappé, celebrating his 100th international cap, led his side with a sensational brace. He broke the deadlock in the 14th minute with a powerful left-footed strike, then doubled the lead in the 54th after capitalizing on a defensive error from Iraq. This double brings his international tally to 60 goals and increases his World Cup total to 16, equaling Miroslav Klose. The French captain is also closing in on Lionel Messi’s record, who earlier today raised his World Cup goal tally to 18.

Ousmane Dembélé also shone in this tournament. He set up Mbappé’s second goal before sealing the 3-0 triumph himself in the 66th minute, netting his first-ever World Cup goal.

Michael Olise continued to make a major impact, just as he did against Senegal. The Bayern Munich winger was instrumental, providing two crucial assists: the first for Mbappé (14') and the second for Ousmane Dembélé.
The French squad will face Norway in their final Group I fixture as the group stage draws to a close.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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