France beat Sweden 3-0 to reach World Cup 2026 round of 16

France secured a decisive 3‑0 win over Sweden in the round‑of‑16 clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on 2 July. The hosts opened the scoring with an early penalty converted by Kylian Mbappé, followed by a second from a well‑placed header by Aurélien Tchouaméni. A third goal in the second half, a swift counter‑attack finished by Antoine Griezmann, sealed the victory and left Sweden unable to mount a comeback.

The triumph sends France into the quarter‑finals against Paraguay on 4 July, a match that will take place at the same venue. With the win, France not only advanced but also improved its goal‑difference advantage, reinforcing its position as a favorite to reach the final. The victory also highlights the depth of France’s squad, as several substitutes contributed to the scoreline, underscoring the team's tactical flexibility.

Looking ahead, France will prepare to face a resilient Paraguayan side that has shown defensive solidity in earlier rounds. The upcoming quarter‑final will test whether the French side can maintain its momentum and continue its pursuit of a third World Cup title.