Mbappé scores twice as France beats Iraq to top Group I at 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappé struck two goals in France's 3‑0 victory over Iraq at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, moving his World Cup tally to 16 and matching Miroslav Klose’s record while surpassing Ronaldo. The match, delayed by storm‑related interruptions, lasted about four hours before the French side secured six points and the sole lead in Group I.

Later in the tournament, Ivory Coast faces Ecuador in a Group E match at the same venue on 14 June 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 Brasília time. The stadium, which seats roughly 69,000 spectators, will host the encounter between the two teams that have limited World Cup experience, the Ivory Coast having appeared three times and Ecuador four.

Both fixtures are part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule in the United States, highlighting the tournament's opening stages and star performances.