France Beat Sweden 3-0 to Advance to World Cup 2026 Round of 16

France secured a 3‑0 victory over Sweden on Tuesday, a result that guarantees the team a place in the round of 16 of the tournament. The win, achieved through a dominant performance, saw the French side control possession and create multiple scoring opportunities, ultimately translating their pressure into three unanswered goals.

Following the match, forward Kylian Mbappé, defender Malo Gusto and striker Jean‑Philippe Mateta addressed the media, emphasizing the collective effort and the importance of maintaining focus ahead of the knockout stage. The trio highlighted the team's tactical discipline and expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to compete against forthcoming opponents, concluding that the performance against Sweden sets a positive tone for the next round.