France kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal, thanks to a brace from Kylian Mbappé and a goal from Bradley Barcola. Adrien Rabiot provided an assist for Barcola's goal, while Mike Maignan made an error leading to Senegal's consolation goal. Despite the setback, France secured the win with Mbappé's second goal in stoppage time.

Rabiot had a solid game, creating a crucial chance for Barcola to score. Maignan, on the other hand, had a less fortunate evening, his mistake allowing Ibrahim Mbaye to score for Senegal. The French team's victory was largely down to their strong offensive pressure.

The match was evenly poised in the first half, with neither team able to find the breakthrough. However, France's persistence paid off in the second half, with Mbappé opening the scoring. Barcola's goal, assisted by Rabiot, doubled France's lead.

The win sets a positive tone for France's World Cup campaign, with key players like Mbappé and Rabiot showing their class.