Result

France beat Senegal 3-1 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group I opener in New Jersey on 16 June 2026, Kylian Mbappe's second-half brace pulling the 2018 champions clear.

Goals

Kylian Mbappe 66', 90'+6', Bradley Barcola 82' (France); Ibrahima Mbaye 90'+5' (Senegal).

Match report

Senegal frustrated France for an hour before Kylian Mbappe broke the deadlock and went on to complete a brace that made him France's all-time leading World Cup scorer. Bradley Barcola added a third and, though Ibrahima Mbaye grabbed a late consolation for Senegal, Les Bleus were comfortable winners on their tournament bow. Watch the full France vs Senegal highlights and every goal above.

People also ask

Who scored in France vs Senegal?

Kylian Mbappe (two) and Bradley Barcola for France; Ibrahima Mbaye for Senegal.

What was the final score of France vs Senegal?

France won 3-1.

What record did Mbappe reach against Senegal?

His brace made him France's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer.