The lead
June 30, 2026 — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA — Kylian Mbappé matches Lionel Messi, France thump Sweden at World Cup. Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France comfortably beat Sweden 3-0 in the World Cup round of 32.
How the match unfolded
This Round of 32 match finished 3-0 for France over Sweden in regulation on the official ESPN match center. France seized early momentum when Kylian Mbappé (France) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Ousmane Dembélé following a corner. in the 45'. The middle phases featured 1 more goal as both sides traded blows in a tense knockout atmosphere. The final swing came in the 74' when Kylian Mbappé (France) right footed shot from the left side of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Michael Olise with a through ball.. 80,663 fans were in the building at MetLife Stadium.
Key passages from the live ESPN commentary feed:
Goal-by-goal
Cards, fouls, and controversy
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France comfortably beat Sweden 3-0 in the World Cup round of 32.
What it means in the tournament
France leave MetLife Stadium with a result that moves them forward in the 48-team bracket. Surviving the Round of 32 keeps France alive for Round of 16 action in early July. Sweden head home.
What comes next
France advance to the Round of 16 while the bracket continues across North American host cities through July 7.
*Sources: ESPN match center, ESPN match feed, FIFA World Cup 2026. AthX covers MLB trading; this recap is for World Cup fans following the North America tournament. Information only; not financial advice.*
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