Where is France star on all-time list?
Kylian Mbappé is leading France's campaign in the 2026 World Cup with a high scoring rate. He is currently chasing Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup goal record as France prepares for a round-of-16 match against Paraguay.
Why it matters
The World Cup is a premier global sporting event, and the potential breaking of a long-standing scoring record by a star athlete is a significant historical milestone in professional soccer.
Hear this story PHILADELPHIA — Kylian Mbappé has been unstoppable for France at the 2026 World Cup.
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