USA Today·3 min read·medium
Mbappe penalty kick is 19th career World Cup goal, one shy of Messi
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Kylian Mbappé scored his 19th career World Cup goal during France's round of 16 match against Paraguay. The victory keeps France in contention for the quarterfinals in the 2026 tournament.
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Highlights significant athletic milestones in the world's most-watched sporting event, impacting global sports culture.
Hear this story PHILADELPHIA — Kylian Mbappé is once again within one goal of Lionel Messi .
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