Kylian Mbappe Scores as France beat Brazil despite Red Card

France national football team secured a 2-1 win over Brazil national football team in an international friendly in the United States, showing strong form ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Captain Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring with a composed chipped finish in the first half, marking his 56th international goal. He is now just one goal short of equalling the national record held by Olivier Giroud.

France extended their lead in the second half through Hugo Ekitike, who finished calmly after a well-worked move involving Michael Olise.

The victory was notable as France played much of the second half with 10 men following the dismissal of Dayot Upamecano after a VAR review for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity.

Brazil, coached by Carlo Ancelotti, pulled one goal back late through Gleison Bremer, but could not find an equaliser.

The match, played at Gillette Stadium, marked the first meeting between the two sides in over a decade. Brazil were missing several key players, while France also had notable absences.

France coach Didier Deschamps will take confidence from the team’s attacking display and resilience, especially with Mbappe returning from a recent knee injury.

Both teams are preparing for the upcoming World Cup, with France set to face Senegal, Norway and a play-off winner in the group stage, while Brazil will meet Morocco, Scotland and Haiti.

France will next play Colombia in another friendly, while Brazil take on Croatia as part of their preparations.