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France vs Sweden: Mbappe brace sends France to Round of 16

James Mugisha·01-07-2026·2 min read
France vs Sweden: Mbappe brace sends France to Round of 16

Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France demolished Sweden 3-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32. The match, played at the New York New Jersey Stadium, was a one-sided affair that left the Swedes with no answers.

Mbappe was the man of the hour. He didn't just play; he dominated. Bradley added the third to wrap up a clinical performance that makes France look like the team to beat in this tournament.

How did France beat Sweden 3-0?

France played with a level of intensity that Sweden simply could not match. The victory was built on the brilliance of Mbappe, whose brace carved through the Swedish defence with ease. By the time Bradley added the third goal, the match was already over as a contest.

It was a ruthless display. France didn't just want the win; they wanted to send a message to the rest of the world. The New York New Jersey Stadium witnessed a masterclass in attacking football. Wamma! The French are simply on another level.

Who will France face next?

France are now heading to Philadelphia for their Round of 16 clash. Their next opponent is Paraguay. If they maintain this kind of form, Paraguay will have a very long night in Philadelphia.

Who is France's next World Cup opponent?

France will face Paraguay in the round of 16 in Philadelphia.


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James Mugisha

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James Mugisha is a contributor at ChampionSport.ug.

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