FIFA World Cup 2026: France’s Mbappé is having a record-setting tournament
Kylian Mbappé has set new goal-scoring records for both the French national team and the FIFA World Cup. As he prepares for his 100th international appearance, he continues to be a dominant force in the 2026 tournament.
Why it matters
Mbappé is widely considered one of the greatest active footballers, and his performance in the 2026 World Cup is shaping the historical narrative of the sport.
Kylian Mbappé passed Pelé on the World Cup goal-scoring list and inched closer to setting the overall goal record for the tournament. And, Mbappé also set France’s national team goal-scoring record.
The article is a straightforward sports report focusing on statistics and player achievements without political or social commentary.
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