Mbappé Equals Giroud as France's All-Time Top Scorer in 2026 World Cup Opener
Kylian Mbappé scored his 57th goal for France in a 2026 World Cup group stage match against Senegal, equaling Olivier Giroud's record as France's all-time top scorer. The 27-year-old Real Madrid striker achieved the milestone in his 99th cap, 38 fewer than Giroud. The match, held in East Rutherford, New Jersey, also saw Mbappé chase multiple World Cup records, including Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring mark.
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Kylian Mbappe's second Golden Boot award makes history at World Cup
Kylian Mbappe won the Golden Boot as top scorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 10 goals, becoming the first player in men's World Cup history to win the award twice and in consecutive tournaments. Despite France finishing fourth, Mbappe's individual performance was historic. His 10 goals are the third-most in a single men's World Cup, behind Just Fontaine (13) and Sandor Kocsis (11). Mbappe also surpassed Lionel Messi for the most career World Cup goals with 22, one ahead of Messi, who finished second in the Golden Boot race with eight goals. At 27, Mbappe is expected to extend his record at the 2030 World Cup.
Yardbarker: SoccerKylian Mbappe secures second World Cup Golden Boot
French superstar Kylian Mbappe became the first player to win multiple FIFA World Cup Golden Boot awards after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final on Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J. Mbappe finished the tournament with 10 goals, scoring twice in France's 6-4 loss to England in the third-place match. His only remaining competition for the Golden Boot was Lionel Messi, who was searching for his first Golden Boot while trying to lead Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup title. However, Argentina failed to register a shot on goal against Spain's defense, and Messi went scoreless for the third straight match. At age 27, Mbappe now holds the all-time World Cup goal-scoring record with 22 goals in 22 matches, surpassing Messi (21) and German Miroslav Klose. Eight of Mbappe's 10 goals this summer came in braces. He is the first player to score 10 goals in a single World Cup since Gerd Muller of Germany in 1970.
Yardbarker: SoccerMbappé Golden Boot Race: France Star Shatters Historic World Cup Goals Record
Kylian Mbappé became the outright all-time leading scorer in World Cup history on July 18, 2026, scoring a brace in France's third-place match against England to reach 22 career World Cup goals. He surpassed Lionel Messi's 21 goals, which had briefly broken Miroslav Klose's long-standing record of 16 earlier in the tournament. Mbappé's tally spans three World Cups: 4 goals in 2018, 8 in 2022, and 10 in 2026. The Golden Boot race for the 2026 tournament remains unresolved as Argentina's Messi has 8 goals and could still surpass Mbappé's 10 in the final against Spain. Mbappé also set records for most multi-goal knockout matches (4) and most multi-goal games in a single tournament (7). France's attack scored at least three goals in five straight World Cup matches, a tournament record.
Yardbarker: SoccerMbappé Becomes First Player in 60 Years to Be Involved in 14 Goals in a Single World Cup
In the World Cup third-place match, England defeated France 6-4, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a brace. After the match, the French national team officially released a poster stating that Mbappé has become the first player in 60 years to be involved in 14 goals in a single World Cup. The news was reported by Hupu Football, citing a post on X (formerly Twitter). The article highlights Mbappé's impressive individual performance despite France's loss.
虎扑 - 足球2026 World Cup: Kylian Mbappé Breaks 60-Year-Old Record in Third-Place Match
In the third-place match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, France faced England and lost 4-6. Despite the defeat, French captain Kylian Mbappé made history by scoring two goals and providing one assist, bringing his total goal involvements in the tournament to 14 (10 goals and 4 assists). This breaks a 60-year-old record for the most goal involvements in a single World Cup edition. At 27 years old, the Real Madrid forward has now amassed 22 goals and 6 assists across three World Cups, further cementing his legacy among the competition's all-time greats.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertKylian Mbappe explains why he thinks Lionel Messi can still win the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappe took a two-goal lead in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race after scoring a brace against England in the third-place match, but he remains wary of Lionel Messi catching up in the Final. Mbappe told reporters he expects Messi to score against Spain, which would tie the all-time World Cup scoring record at 16 goals apiece. France lost the third-place game 6-4 to England, but Mbappe secured the Golden Boot lead and Michael Olise set a new record for most assists in a single World Cup (seven). Messi, who is favored to win the Golden Ball for best player, could still claim the Golden Boot with a brace or better in the Final, but Mbappe believes the Argentine legend will deliver on the biggest stage.
Yardbarker: SoccerKylian Mbappé's Surprising Instagram Story with Ester Expósito in France Kit
Following France's 0-4 halftime deficit and eventual loss to England in the 2026 World Cup third-place match, Kylian Mbappé delivered a strong second-half performance with two goals and an assist, becoming the all-time top scorer in World Cup history, temporarily surpassing Lionel Messi. Hours after the match, Mbappé posted a surprising Instagram story featuring Spanish actress Ester Expósito wearing a full France national team kit, including the captain's armband and his number 10 jersey. The post was quickly deleted, an unusual move for the usually discreet Real Madrid striker after a defeat. The story was widely shared on social media before its removal.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertKylian Mbappe Overtakes Lionel Messi as FIFA World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer
France captain Kylian Mbappe became the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with 22 career goals after scoring a brace in a 6-4 third-place playoff defeat to England in Miami. Mbappe's two goals moved him past Lionel Messi's previous record of 21 and gave him a two-goal lead in the Golden Boot race ahead of the final between Argentina and Spain. Despite France's disappointing campaign ending without a medal, Mbappe, at 27, now stands alone atop the World Cup scoring list, surpassing Miroslav Klose's long-standing record earlier in the tournament. England's Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick, while Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa, and Jude Bellingham also found the net in the highest-scoring third-place playoff in World Cup history. The match marked Didier Deschamps' final game as France manager.
Yardbarker: SoccerInfantino Congratulates Mbappé on Becoming World Cup All-Time Top Scorer
In the FIFA World Cup third-place match, England defeated France 6-4, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a brace. Following the match, FIFA President Gianni Infantino posted on Instagram, congratulating Mbappé on becoming the all-time top scorer in FIFA World Cup history with 22 goals. Infantino highlighted Mbappé's status as a World Cup champion and 2022 Golden Boot winner, stating that the player has written a new chapter in his illustrious career. The news was reported by Hupu Football, citing Infantino's Instagram post.
虎扑 - 足球Rivaldo: Mbappé Can Play in Two More World Cups After Record Feat
Brazilian football legend Rivaldo commented on the World Cup third-place match where France lost 4-6 to England, despite Mbappé scoring a brace. Mbappé surpassed Messi to become the all-time top scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals in 22 matches. Rivaldo highlighted Mbappé's consistency in reaching the final stages of three consecutive World Cups (2018, 2022, 2026) and predicted he could play in two more World Cups, making his goal record difficult to break.
虎扑 - 足球Kylian Mbappe breaks World Cup career goals record with 22nd goal
France star Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading goal scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals after scoring twice in his club's third-place match against England in Miami Gardens, Florida. Despite Mbappe's brace in the 48th and 66th minutes, France lost 6-4 after trailing 4-0 at halftime. Mbappe now has 10 goals in the 2026 World Cup, two ahead of Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race. Messi's Argentina faces Spain in the final on Sunday, giving the Argentine star a chance to surpass both records Mbappe set. Mbappe is the first player to score 10 goals in a single World Cup since West Germany's Gerd Muller in 1970. Mbappe expressed mixed feelings, saying he would have preferred to play in the championship match rather than hold the scoring record.
Yardbarker: SoccerMbappé Scores 20 Goals Against Top-10 National Teams, Leading French Players by Wide Margin
On July 19, 2026, France faced England in the FIFA World Cup third-place match, with England winning 6-4 in a high-scoring contest to claim the bronze medal. According to media statistics, French star Kylian Mbappé has scored 20 goals against teams ranked in the top 10 of the FIFA world rankings since the system was introduced in 1993. This tally far exceeds other notable French players: Zinedine Zidane, Karim Benzema, and Olivier Giroud each have 8 goals. The report highlights Mbappé's exceptional performance against elite international opposition, underscoring his status as a key player for France despite the team's loss in the third-place match.
虎扑 - 足球Mbappe Leads Golden Boot Race Over Messi Ahead of World Cup Final
Kylian Mbappe has taken the lead in the World Cup Golden Boot race with 10 goals after scoring twice in France's 6-4 third-place play-off defeat to England. He now leads Lionel Messi by two goals, but the 39-year-old Argentine star can still win the award by scoring twice in the final against Spain, as he would then have more assists. Mbappe also leads the all-time World Cup scoring race with 22 goals to Messi's 21. Mbappe's 10 goals are the most in a single men's World Cup since Gerd Muller in 1970. England's Jude Bellingham sits third with seven goals, the most by an Englishman at a single World Cup. The Golden Boot will be decided in the tournament's final match.
BBC SportMbappé and Dembélé Tie World Cup Duo Goal Record with 16 Combined Goals
In the World Cup third-place match, France lost 4-6 to England. During the tournament, Kylian Mbappé scored 10 goals and Ousmane Dembélé scored 6, giving them a combined total of 16 goals. According to data websites, this ties the record for the highest-scoring duo from the same team in World Cup history. The previous record was held by France's Just Fontaine (13 goals) and Pianteoni (3 goals) in 1958. The news was reported by Hupu Football News on July 19.
虎扑 - 足球Mbappé's Historic World Cup Record: 22 Goals in 22 Matches
The article reports on Kylian Mbappé's historic World Cup achievements at age 27. After scoring a brace against England in the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup, Mbappé now has 22 goals in 22 World Cup matches, surpassing Leo Messi as the tournament's all-time top scorer. He has played every possible match in all three editions he participated in (Russia 2018, Qatar 2022, USA/Mexico/Canada 2026), meaning France reached the furthest possible stage each time. The article highlights his 2022 hat trick in the World Cup final against Argentina, making him the second player to achieve this and the first to do so without winning the trophy. His 7 World Cup braces further underscore his exceptional connection with the tournament, with expectations of even more records in future editions.
Fútbol en AS.comMbappé Becomes All-Time World Cup Top Scorer with Brace Against England
Kylian Mbappé made history by becoming the all-time top scorer in FIFA World Cup history during a 2026 World Cup match between France and England. The French star scored a brace, with his second goal described as an 'absolute outrage' and a wonder strike. The match ended with a 5-3 victory for England, but Mbappé's individual achievement overshadowed the result. The article, published by AS Football on July 18, 2026, highlights the historic milestone and the quality of his goals. The match was part of the 2026 World Cup tournament.
Fútbol en AS.comKylian Mbappé becomes all-time top scorer in World Cup history after brace in third-place match
Kylian Mbappé, captain of the French national team, became the all-time top scorer in World Cup history at age 27 after scoring a brace against England in the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup. His 21st and 22nd career World Cup goals surpassed Lionel Messi's 21 goals, though Messi still has the final to play against Spain. Mbappé scored 4 goals in 2018, 8 in 2022, and 10 in 2026, becoming the first player to reach double-digit goals in a single World Cup edition since Gerd Müller in 1970.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuMbappé Records 14 Goal Involvements in Single World Cup, Second Only to Fontaine
In the World Cup third-place match, Kylian Mbappé contributed 2 goals and 1 assist, bringing his total to 10 goals and 4 assists in a single World Cup tournament. This gives him 14 goal involvements, making him the second player in World Cup history to achieve this milestone, trailing only Just Fontaine's 15 goal involvements in 1958. France currently leads England 3-4 in the match. The report originates from Hupu, a Chinese sports community, citing media statistics.
虎扑 - 足球Mbappé Scores 10 Goals in World Cup, Leads Messi by Two in Scoring Chart
In the World Cup third-place match between France and England, Kylian Mbappé scored a brace in the second half, bringing his total to 10 goals in the tournament. He becomes the first player to score 10 goals in a single World Cup since Gerd Müller in 1970. Mbappé now leads Lionel Messi by two goals in the World Cup scoring chart, with Messi at 8 goals, followed by Haaland with 7, and Bellingham and Kane tied at 6 goals each. The article also includes a highlighted fan comment discussing rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi fans.
虎扑 - 足球Mbappé Swaps Jersey at Halftime Despite 0-4 Deficit, Then Scores Twice in France's Comeback
During the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place match between England and France, England dominated the first half with a 4-0 lead, humiliating the French team. Despite the scoreline, French captain Kylian Mbappé appeared in high spirits at halftime, swapping jerseys with England captain Declan Rice and chatting animatedly with England coach Thomas Tuchel. French coach Didier Deschamps criticized his team's performance as 'catastrophic' at halftime. After the restart, Mbappé responded on the pitch, scoring two goals to spark a French comeback, reducing the deficit to 3-4. With his two goals, Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi's record of 21 World Cup goals, now standing at 22, though Messi could reclaim the record in the final.
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