France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opening match of World Cup qualifying on Tuesday, despite a challenging start. Captain Kylian Mbappé scored two goals in the victory, surpassing Olivier Giroud to become France’s all-time leading goal scorer. The match, played in Group I, saw France overcome early difficulties to secure a win against a competitive Senegal team. Mbappé’s achievement marks a significant moment in his career and for French football. The win places France in a strong position within their qualifying group. Senegal managed to score one goal, but ultimately could not contain the French attack led by Mbappé. This result sets the stage for further competition as World Cup qualification continues.