World Cup 2026 : Senegal through to the knockout round, Dembélé triple puts France on top

France claimed the top of their group today with a commanding performance, Ousmane Dembélé scoring a hat trick to power the win. Senegal's also advancing to the knockouts after dismantling Iraq five to nil. The standout story: Cape Verde, making their World Cup debut, became the first debutant nation to complete the group stage unbeaten, holding Saudi Arabia to a scoreless draw. Belgium picked up a crucial victory, while Iran awaits their knockout fate.

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