French captain becomes country's greatest goalscorer as France defeats Senegal 3-1 in Group I match.While Senegal was the stronger team in the first half, France stepped up in the second half, with substitute Bradley Barcola scoring and captain Kylian Mbappe adding two for the win.Mbappe made history, becoming his country's all-time record goalscorer. He broke Olivier Giroud's record striking his 58th French goal in the 66th minute — seconds after Ibrahim Mbaye's consolation strike for Senegal.Credit: SBS NewsThe double moved Mbappe to 14 World Cup goals, taking him past Lionel Messi and Just Fontaine and level with Germany's Gerd Muller, two behind record holder Miroslav Klose.News that makes senseYour trusted source for staying up-to-date with the world around you. Get free daily news updates and analysis, straight to your inbox."I play to leave a mark on my country's history and to help my team win the World Cup," Mbappe told reporters."I don't think we're fully up and running yet. But it's always good to start a tournament with a win. It gives you a bit more peace of mind, even though you're never really relaxed at a World Cup."Senegal had started with far greater intensity and gave France early problems through Nicolas Jackson and Ismaila Sarr, while Deschamps' side struggled to find rhythm despite dominating possession.Jackson almost opened the scoring after a lightning counter-attack down the left, driving into the box and firing a low shot against the post before the ball ricocheted off goalkeeper Mike Maignan's heel and went out for a corner.Iraq and Norway are playing Boston in Group I now.— additional reporting from ReutersYou can watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live, free and exclusive on SBS, SBS VICELAND and SBS On Demand.FIFA World Cup 2026™ at SBS On Demand: get match ready.For the latest from SBS News, download our app and subscribe to our newsletter.