Kylian Mbappé dethrones Lionel Messi in the historic record for goals in

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Context

Kylian Mbappé, at just 27 years old, has already set impressive records at the World Cup, and his status as top scorer without penalties underlines his effectiveness. His ability to score regularly, as evidenced by his double against England, puts him in an enviable position for the 2026 World Cup, where he will be expected to be one of the leaders of the France team.

Why it matters

Kylian Mbappé made history by becoming the all-time top scorer at the World Cup, surpassing Lionel Messi. This record highlights not only his exceptional talent, but also the significant impact he had on France's progress in this edition of the tournament. With 22 goals in just 22 matches, Mbappé has established himself as an essential figure in world football, especially as the 2026 World Cup approaches.

Key points

• Kylian Mbappé dethrones Lionel Messi in the historic record for goals in.
• During the small final of the 2026 World Cup against England, Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, including the one which allowed him to beat the historic record for goals in the World Cup previously held by Lionel Messi.
• Move Over, Messi! Kylian Mbappé Breaks All-Time Record For World Cup Goals | FOX Sports.

July 8, 2026 will remain a memorable date in the history of the FIFA World Cup. In the third-place tie between France and England, Kylian Mbappé scored a crucial brace that allowed him to become the competition's all-time top scorer, overtaking former Argentina star Lionel Messi.

Until then, Messi held this record with 21 goals scored in 31 World Cup matches over several editions. Mbappé's 22nd goal, scored in the 66th minute as France tried to come back after a difficult start to the match (4-1 for England), propelled the French world champion to first place in the historic ranking of scorers in the World Cup. This goal came after his first goal in the 48th minute, which had already reduced the gap to 4-2.

At only 27 years old, Mbappé displays an impressive performance with 22 goals in 22 matches played during the World Cup, an average of one goal per match. This performance is all the more remarkable as he is the first player to score at least 8 goals in two consecutive editions of the World Cup (8 in 2026, 7 in 2022). In addition to this overall record, he also surpassed Messi as the tournament's top non-penalty scorer, with 19 goals scored against 17 for the Argentine.

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Mbappé is also at the top of the 2026 Golden Boot rankings, with 10 goals scored this season. However, Lionel Messi, aged 39, will try to regain his throne and this title during the 2026 World Cup final which will pit Argentina against Spain at the New York New Jersey stadium. This duel promises a battle as intense on the world stage as the one between these two immense players.

This new record for Mbappé underlines his growing place among the legends of world football and reinforces the suspense around the end of this 2026 World Cup, to which France and its prodigy offered an exhilarating spectacle.

Through this record, the French prodigy marks a historic turning point, illustrating the new generation of footballers capable of reaching historic heights in the prestigious global competition.

The rest

With this performance, Mbappé is now the leading candidate for the 2026 Golden Boot, strengthening his chances of being a key player at the next World Cup. Eyes will be on him to see if he can continue to shine and take the France team to new heights. The upcoming season will be crucial for his club and national team, as they prepare for future challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What is the score of the France vs England match?

The final score was 4-2 in favor of England.

What impact does this match have on the historical scoring rankings in the World Cup?

Kylian Mbappé overtook Lionel Messi to become the all-time top scorer at the World Cup with 22 goals.

Who scored the goals for France in this match?

Kylian Mbappé scored two goals for France.

What is Lionel Messi's next match in the World Cup?

Lionel Messi's next meeting will be the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.

How many goals has Mbappé scored in the World Cup so far?

Kylian Mbappé has scored 22 goals in 22 World Cup matches.

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