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Kylian Mbappé at the double as France swat aside Sweden in World Cup masterclass
When people form memories of the World Cup, it’s matches like this that do it. France once again won comprehensively, and against decent opposition, but the quality of their attacking play, and the sheer beauty of their goals, were difficult to fully appreciate in the moment. It’s the sort of thing that only comes into true focus upon reflection.
TL;DR
- France defeated Sweden in a World Cup match, with Kylian Mbappé scoring two goals.
- Michael Olise delivered a virtuoso performance with two assists.
- Didier Deschamps praised the team's state of mind and concentration, while also acknowledging areas for improvement.
- The match featured impressive attacking sequences and goals from France, including Mbappé's opener and Bradley Barcola's second-half strike.
- The team's bond and support for each other were highlighted after a goal celebration.
- Graham Potter, Sweden's coach, described the difficulty of containing France's attacking threats and width.