France vs. Australia final score: Kylian Mbappe, Olivier Giroud lead comeback for reigning World Cup champs

Five takeaways from France's solid win over Australia: Olivier Giroud can score at World Cups

Australia boss delivers Nathaniel Atkinson verdict after World Cup struggle against France superstar Kylian Mbappe

Socceroos manager Graham Arnold defended Nathaniel Atkinson after the Hearts full-back was given a torrid time by France superstar Kylian Mbappe at the World Cup.

Can France repeat at World Cup 2022? Kylian Mbappe shines, Olivier Giroud ties record, but stiffer tests needed

Olivier Giroud became one of France's career goals leaders with two in a 4-1 win over Australia, but there's plenty more unanswered even after such a dominant performance.

France vs. Australia final score: Kylian Mbappe, Olivier Giroud lead comeback for reigning World Cup champs

Injury-hit defending champions open up with a big win over Socceroos

Kylian Mbappe extends France's lead against Australia: World Cup Live

Reigning champions France kick-off their World Cup defence against Australia at the Al Janoub Stadium in Qatar.

Mbappé and Giroud star in France's recital against Australia at the Qatar World Cup

Goodwin overtook the Socceroos, but France ended up thrashing with Giroud's double and the goals of Rabiot and Mbappé (4-1).