France Dominate Poland 3-1 in Thrilling World Cup Clash
Mbappe's Double Seals Quarterfinal Berth for Les Bleus
Al Thumama Stadium, Doha
France produced a dominant performance to overcome Poland 3-1 in a captivating round of 16 encounter at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Olivier Giroud's historic goal, followed by a brace from Kylian Mbappe, secured Les Bleus a place in the quarterfinals.
Giroud broke the deadlock in the 44th minute, becoming France's all-time leading men's scorer with his 52nd international strike. Mbappe doubled the lead just before halftime with a clinical finish, showcasing his unmatched pace and skill.
Poland fought valiantly in the second half, but Mbappe extinguished their hopes with a spectacular second goal in the 74th minute. Robert Lewandowski scored a consolation goal in injury time, but it proved too little, too late for the Poles.
France now face England in the quarterfinals, a match that promises to be another thrilling encounter. Les Bleus will be confident of continuing their World Cup dominance, while England will be determined to make amends for their disappointing performance in Russia 2018.
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