France Scores First Goal in FIFA World Cup 2026 Third-Place Match

Kathmandu. France has scored the first goal in the second half of the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place (bronze medal) match currently underway in Miami. In the 48th minute of the game, France's star striker Kylian Mbappe scored a goal, bringing the goal difference to 1-4.

France, who were trailing 4-0 in the first half, saw forward Mbappe, jersey number 10, score an excellent goal just as the second half began in the 48th minute, signaling a comeback for the team.

With this goal, Mbappe has now reached 9 personal goals in the current World Cup. Previously tied with Argentina's Lionel Messi with 8 goals each, Mbappe has now surpassed Messi with this goal, taking a solo lead in the Golden Boot race with 9 goals. However, Messi still has the final match remaining. After France scored the first goal in Miami, the match has become more exciting.