France's opening match of the 2026 World Cup has been shrouded in controversy after Kylian Mbappe was denied a penalty. Didier Deschamps' side face Senegal in their Group I clash on Tuesday evening. But the fixture has led to controversy after Mbappe went down in Senegal's penalty area following contact from former Liverpool star Sadio Mane. Referee Alireza Faghani chose not to award a penalty in his on-field decision.
However, he then went to the VAR monitor following discussions with the officials. The incident has sparked debate among fans and pundits alike, with many believing Mbappe should have been awarded a spot-kick. The match remains finely poised as both teams seek an early advantage in the group stage.
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