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Kylian Mbappe strikes as France power past Iraq into FIFA World Cup knockouts

Kylian Mbappe delivered another FIFA World Cup masterclass as France secured their place in the knockout stages with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Iraq in a match heavily disrupted by severe weather.

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France star Kylian Mbappe shrugs off critics after World Cup opener brace

Kylian Mbappe insists he has no interest in proving his critics wrong after producing a record-breaking display to fire France to victory in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Erling Haaland: 'Big moment' to score for Norway on my FIFA World Cup debut

Erling Haaland announced himself on the FIFA World Cup stage in emphatic fashion, scoring twice on his tournament debut as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their opening match.

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Martin Odegaard 'fully fit' ahead of Norway's FIFA World Cup battle with Iraq

Martin Odegaard has insisted he is fully fit and ready to lead Norway into their opening World Cup Group I clash against Iraq in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Tuesday, as the nation prepares for its first finals appearance since 1998.

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Iraq impress as Spain 'frustrated' in friendly stalemate ahead of World Cup

Spain were held to a 1-1 draw by Iraq in a 2026 FIFA World Cup warm-up match, as Graham Arnold's side produced an impressive performance against one of the tournament favourites.

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