2026 World Cup: Uneven French team opens with win against Senegal
Le Monde
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Despite a difficult start, Les Bleus ultimately managed to dominate the Lions of Teranga in their opening match, thanks in particular to two goals from Kylian Mbappé.
But the victory also confirmed certain weaknesses, especially in defense.
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