Mbappe Brace Leads France to Dominant Victory Over Iraq
June 23, 2026 · By yayscore Newsroom
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France secured a comfortable 3-0 win against Iraq, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice.
France continued their strong form with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Iraq. From the outset, France controlled possession and created numerous chances, overwhelming their opponents who struggled to contain the European powerhouse's attacking flair.
Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 14th minute, assisted by Michael Olise, setting the tone for France. Mbappé then doubled his tally in the 54th minute, this time assisted by Ousmane Dembélé, showcasing his lethal finishing. Dembélé himself then added the third goal in the 66th minute, again assisted by Olise, sealing a professional performance from the French side.
Iraq's challenge was characterized by defensive struggles and minimal offensive threat, managing no shots on target throughout the match. An early yellow card for Amir Al-Ammari in the 6th minute highlighted their desperation, and despite substitutions, they failed to turn the tide. France's commanding performance, featuring 19 total shots compared to Iraq's 4, demonstrates their intent for the tournament.
This victory puts France in a strong position in their group, building on their prior win against Senegal. Iraq will need to regroup quickly and improve significantly in their remaining fixtures.