France secured their passage to the round of 16 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sweden at MetLife Stadium, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to extend his World Cup legacy. The Bleus' clinical finishing and tactical superiority proved too much for the Scandinavians as France maintained their perfect tournament record and advanced with authority.
World Cup 2026: Mbappé's brace sends France into round of 16 as Les Bleus demolish Sweden
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