Kylian Mbappé at the double as France swat aside Sweden in World Cup masterclass
France defeated Sweden in a dominant World Cup 2026 performance, led by two goals from Kylian Mbappé. The match showcased France's attacking prowess and solidified their status as favorites in the tournament.
Why it matters
This match is a significant development in the 2026 World Cup, influencing tournament standings and the race for the Golden Boot.
Kylian Mbappé celebrates after slotting home France’s third goal in a dominant display. Kylian Mbappé celebrates after slotting home France’s third goal in a dominant display. World Cup 2026 Kylian Mbappé at the double as France swat aside Sweden in World Cup masterclass Paul MacInnes at New York New Jersey Stadium Tue 30 Jun 2026 20.58 EDT First published on Tue 30 Jun 2026 19.01 EDT Share Prefer the Guardian on Google When people form memories of the World Cup , it’s matches like this that do it. France once again won comprehensively, and against decent opposition, but the quality of their attacking play, and the sheer beauty of their goals, were difficult to fully appreciate in the moment. It’s the sort of thing that only comes into true focus upon reflection.
The article provides a standard sports recap focusing on match statistics and player performance.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in