Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into World Cup last 16

Kylian Mbappe scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup on Tuesday and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay...

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Kylian Mbappe scored two goals as France decisively defeated Sweden 3-0 to advance to the World Cup last 16. The victory sets up a showdown with Paraguay.

Kylian Mbappe netted a brace, bringing his World Cup goal tally to 18 and tying Lionel Messi with six goals in this tournament's golden boot race.
The French team, featuring a star performance from Michael Olise, dominated possession and shots against a limited Swedish side.
France will face Paraguay in Philadelphia on Saturday, aiming to continue their tournament run under coach Didier Deschamps, who is set to depart at the end of the competition.

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