Dembele Scores His First World Cup Goal

Ousmane Dembele scored his first goal in the history of his World Cup appearances by netting the third goal for the French national team against Iraq during their encounter in the second round of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

The goal came after an organized attack by the French team, where Michael Olise delivered a precise pass inside the penalty area to Dembele, who successfully shot the ball past Iraqi goalkeeper Basel, extending the French team's lead to 3-0.

This goal marks the first in Ousmane Dembele's World Cup career, rewarding him for the active performance he displayed on the offensive side during the match.

The French team, led by Didier Deschamps, continues to maintain full control over the game, in a match that witnessed clear dominance by the French, amidst ongoing weather conditions that led to frequent stoppages in the city of Philadelphia.