France defeats Sweden to advance to World Cup round of 16

On July 1, 2026, the French national football team defeated Sweden 3-0 in a round of 32 match held at East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match remained scoreless for the first 45 minutes until Kylian Mbappe scored for France just before halftime. Following this victory, France successfully advanced to the round of 16. In the next stage, the team is scheduled to face Paraguay on July 5. During the match, French players Mbappe, Olise, and Dembele created multiple scoring opportunities, including shots that hit the goalpost. French manager Didier Deschamps led the team following a brief absence due to personal reasons. France, having finished first in their group, continues their pursuit of the final match scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.