Fri Oct 10 18:20:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Mbappé Magic Fuels France’s World Cup Qualifying Win Over Azerbaijan**
**PARIS** – Kylian Mbappé’s sensational form continues as he spearheaded France to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan in their World Cup qualifying match at the Parc des Princes on Friday.
The Real Madrid forward broke the deadlock in the dying moments of the first half with a dazzling individual effort, marking his 10th consecutive match finding the net. Picking up the ball near the halfway line, Mbappé weaved through the Azerbaijan defense, leaving several players bewildered before calmly slotting the ball into the bottom corner. This was Mbappé’s 53rd goal for the national team, bringing him closer to Olivier Giroud’s record of 57.
Adrien Rabiot doubled France’s lead in the 69th minute, heading home a cross from Mbappé. Substitute Florian Thauvin then sealed the victory with a well-taken goal in the 84th minute. Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta also earned his first cap for France, coming on as a substitute.
Coach Didier Deschamps had cautioned against complacency before the match, despite Azerbaijan’s lower ranking. His team delivered a dominant performance.
This victory maintains France’s perfect record in Group D with nine points. Ukraine are currently second in the group with four points after their dramatic 5-3 win against Iceland. Iceland and Azerbaijan are third and fourth respectively.
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