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Mbappé’s belter steals show as fluid France see off late Senegal challenge

Kylian Mbappé’s outstanding second finished off Senegal’s strong finish to give France a 3-1 opening win in Group I of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

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

World Cup 2026: Mbappé brace ignites France's title bid after sleepy start against Senegal

World Cup favourites France rebounded from a poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1 in their Group I opener on Tuesday, with captain Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to move past Pelé and Lionel Messi with 14 World Cup goals – and become Les Bleus' all-time record scorer. Read our blog…

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France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Preview: Odds, Picks & History-Laden Clash

France and Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on June 16, 2026, in a Group I opener with immediate knockout-stage implications. France enter as the clear favorites at -230, while Senegal – who famously defeated the reigning world champions in their only prior World Cup meeting…

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15 World Cup Superstars Who Could Have Represented Different Nations

Some of the tournament’s top stars might’ve lined up in different colors.

Sports Illustrated

France vs Senegal Key Players FIFA World Cup 2026: Predicted lineups, key players, team news, stats and match prediction

France vs Senegal FIFA 2026: France and Senegal renew their World Cup rivalry on June 16 at MetLife Stadium, a rematch of their famous 2002 opener. With stars like Mbappé and Mané set to feature, both nations aim for a strong start in a highly competitive Group I. France enters…

The Economic Times

World Cup winner reveals identity of France ‘monster’ who could take Les Bleus to third straight final

Former France international Blaise Matuidi believes in Les Bleus’ chances at the 2026 World Cup

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France kick off World Cup campaign, with Senegal looking to repeat 2002 upset

Les Bleus will be wary of carrying the favourites tag when they begin their quest for a third World Cup title against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after their shock defeat against the Lions of Teranga set off dancing in the streets of Dakar – and precipitated France's calamitous exit…

France 24

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

A repeat of the 2002 opening game has been billed as one of the most anticipated group stage matches of the tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Fearsome France begin World Cup wary of over-confidence

France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence.

Radio France Internationale

France vs Senegal: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Les Bleus will hope to banish demons of their shock defeat in 2002 tournament opener

Evening Standard

France Predicted Lineup vs. Senegal: World Cup Group I

One of the pre-tournament favorites begins its World Cup campaign against a dangerous Senegalese side.

Sports Illustrated

France vs Senegal lineups: Confirmed team news, starting XIs, injury latest for World Cup today

Didier Deschamps faced tough call over who to support Kylian Mbappe in star-studded Les Bleus attack

Evening Standard

The Four Biggest Storylines for France at the 2026 World Cup

Les Bleus heads to this summer’s tournament as one of the leading favorites.

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France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

France vs Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium on June 16, 2026. France are favored at -210 in this Group I opener. Get our picks and predictions.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Forwards at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Attackers from Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Real Madrid will light up the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

‘Kicked Out’—Why Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City Missed Out on Michael Olise

One of the best players in the world had a circuitous route to the top of the mountain.

France 24

World Cup 2026: France, Spain, Argentina... Who are the favourites?

Will Spain or England add a second star to their shirts? Are we set for a final rematch between Argentina and France? Or can Senegal or Morocco clinch a first title for Africa? Here’s a look at the favourites and dark horses at the 2026 World Cup.

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What Barcelona, Real Madrid Could Do Next After Failed Julian Alvarez Bids

Spain’s heavyweights have offered up a fascinating start to the summer transfer window.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup Golden Ball Winner: Odds, Predictions As Yamal Looks to Dethrone Messi

Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi and Harry Kane are among the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball.

The Independent UK

The France puzzle standing between Didier Deschamps and World Cup immortality

WORLD CUP 2026: With immense talent in Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue and Michael Olise, France can blow teams away, and Didier Deschamps has the ammunition for a famous last stand in New York, writes Richard Jolly

The Guardian - UK

Didier Deschamps: ‘Mbappé knows that when he speaks, he speaks for all the players’

Questioned in France but championed from afar, the departing head coach has forged a legacy that no one – bar, perhaps, himself – would dare dispute

The Guardian - UK

Two sleeps from the World Cup and geopolitics are shining bright

In today’s Football Daily: World Cup week continues, ‘Card Master’ and farewell Divock Origi

France 24

Olise hat-trick rounds off France’s World Cup preparations, sends ominous warning

Michael Olise's dazzling hat-trick for France in their final World Cup warm-up sends an ominous warning to rivals of Les Bleus, adding further firepower to a formidable attack that already includes the likes of Kylian Mbappé, Désiré Doué and the current Ballon d'Or holder, Ousmane Dembélé.

Radio France Internationale

Deschamps tips hat-trick man Olise to make big impact at World Cup

France coach Didier Deschamps challenged forward Michael Olise to make his mark at the World Cup after he hit a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up win over Northern Ireland in Lille on Monday night.

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