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FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe draws level with Klose as World Cup's joint second-highest goalscorer

Philadelphia [US], June 23 (ANI): France captain Kylian Mbappe joined German legend Miroslav Klose as the joint second-highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history after scoring twice during France's Group-stage clash against Iraq on Monday, June 22 (local time).The 27-year-old forward took his overall World Cup tally to 16 goals, drawing level with Klose and moving within two goals of Lionel Messi's all-time re

2026 World Cup: Mbappe names best two players

France captain, Kylian Mbappe, has named the best two players in the world. Speaking to the media, Mbappe was asked who is the best footballer between him, Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane. “Messi is the best together with Cristiano Ronaldo,” he replied. Mbappe scored twice in their first group fixture against Senegal, while [] 2026 World Cup: Mbappe names best two players

World Cup Breakfast: Kylian Mbappe helps France overcome Paraguay's 'dark arts', Jesse Marsch baffles with post-match claim, match highlights - and what to look out for today

World Cup Breakfast: Kylian Mbappe helps France overcome Paraguay's 'dark arts', Jesse Marsch baffles with post-match claim, match highlights - and what to look out for today

France vs Sweden - World Cup last 32 LIVE: Kylian Mbappe finally gets his goal as tournament favourites break down resolute Swedes just before half-time with Paraguay lying in wait

France vs Sweden - World Cup last 32 LIVE: Kylian Mbappe finally gets his goal as tournament favourites break down resolute Swedes just before half-time with Paraguay lying in wait

France breeze past Sweden as Mbappe matches Messi

Kylian Mbappe helped book France's place in the World Cup round of 16 by taking his tournament total to six goals in a slick 3-0 victory over Sweden.

2026 World Cup: FIFA issues Golden Boot update as Mbappe, Messi chase award

FIFA has confirmed that France captain Kylian Mbappé currently holds the advantage over Argentina skipper Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The post 2026 World Cup: FIFA issues Golden Boot update as Mbappe, Messi chase award appeared first on Vanguard News.

Trofi Piala Dunia lebih penting – Mbappe

EAST RUTHERFORD: Penyerang Perancis, Kylian Mbappe menegaskan bahawa misi utama beliau di pentas Piala Dunia 2026 adalah menjulang trofi bersama pasukan, berbanding mengejar rekod jaringan milik Lionel Messi. Mbappe yang meledak dua gol ketika membantu Perancis menewaskan Sweden 3-0 pada aksi pusingan 32 terbaik kini hanya dibezakan satu gol daripada rekod 19 jaringan Piala Dunia ... Read more The post Trofi Piala Dunia lebih penting – Mbappe appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Barcelona forward’s camp responds to injury fears, personal problems and Saudi Arabia rumours

Barcelona and Brazil have received a major boost after fresh information emerged regarding Raphinha’s injury situation and long-term future at the Catalan club.The Brazilian winger has been the subj...

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot: Mbappe vs Messi standings as Kane joins thrilling race to finish top scorer

Mbappe moved level with Messi for goals scored at the top of the standings after Haaland netted to send Norway past Ivory Coast and into the last 16

Mbappe scores twice as France dominate Sweden

Kylian Mbappe becomes the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup knockout matches with after scoring twice as France crusie past Sweden 3-0 to set up a last-16 tie with Paraguay.

Messi and Mbappe both on 6 goals: The FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race is now a thriller with 5 contenders

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are tied on 6 goals in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race, with Erling Haaland, Vinicius Jr and Ousmane Dembele still in contention. The battle for football's biggest individual prize is just heating up.

Mbappe, Deschamps break World Cup records in Sweden thrashing

With his fifth and sixth goals at the tournament, Mbappe pulls even with Messi in the Golden Boot race.

Mbappe Moves Ahead Of Messi In World Cup Golden Boot Race After Paraguay Winner

Mbappe's 19th FIFA World Cup goal secured France's place in the quarter-finals and moved him to second on the tournament's all-time scoring list, just one behind Lionel Messi's all-time record of 20.

Kylian Mbappe penalty sends France into last eight with win over Paraguay

Mbappe grabbed the only goal of the game with his seventh of the tournament to move alongside Lionel Messi as top scorer.

Who will win the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball? Mbappe now favourite

Kylian Mbappe has joined Lionel Messi on six goals and, more importantly, is clearly the best player at this World Cup.

Jurgen Klopp blows kiss to Kylian Mbappe's mom as relationship clear to see

Jurgen Klopp recently opened up on the lengths he went to in order to sign Kylian Mbappe for Liverpool back in 2017, and their close relationship was further exemplified at the World Cup this week

PLAYER RATINGS | France 3-0 Sweden: Kylian Mbappé double sends Les Bleus through to last 16

Kylian Mbappé scored a goal in each half as France saw off Sweden to qualify for the World Cup last 16 on Tuesday evening in New York. Bradley Barcola also scored as Les Bleus set up a tie against Pa...

Unrepentant Lamine Yamal has no intention of changing his lifestyle: ‘I have the power to do whatever I want with my life’

Barcelona and Spain winger Lamine Yamal is the best young footballer in the world and is enjoying the trappings of his fame

France captain Kylian Mbappe matches Ronaldo's record with stellar performance at 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappé equals Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup record with a brace against Iraq, moving closer to Messi's all-time goals tally. France secures a 3-0 victory.

Messi smashes all-time World Cup goalscoring record with 18 goals for Argentina

Messi has become the highest-scoring player in World Cup history with 18 goals. He now has two more than the previous record holder, former Germany striker Miroslav Klose.

Sparkling France sweep Sweden aside to reach last 16

Kylian Mbappe drew level with Lionel Messi at the top of the 2026 World Cup goalscoring charts as France swept aside Sweden 3-0 to seal their place in the last 16 with an exhilarating performance in New Jersey.

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi

Lionel Messi breaks all-time World Cup scoring record with a stellar strike vs. Austria

Messi tied Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals with a hat trick against Algeria.

Mbappe and Haaland fire France and Norway into World Cup last 16

Kylian Mbappe took his tally for the tournament to six goals, making him joint top-scorer alongside Lionel Messi.

🔝 Simply superb! Mbappé even leaves Brazil, England & co behind

Kylian Mbappé once again proved today in the World Cup round of 16 against Paraguay that he is simply a guaranteed goalscorer. Looking at the tournaments since 2018, the Frenchman has now scored 11 g...

World Cup: Mbappe's Brutal Comments About Hakimi After Morocco 0-2 France Go Viral

Mbappe's comments about his former PSG teammate after the World Cup clash are being widely shared.

France beat Paraguay 1-0 to set up World Cup quarterfinal clash with Morocco

Kylian Mbappe's goal brings his tally to 7 in tournament and 19 overall in FIFA World Cups

Zlatan: Lamine Yamal Has Something 'Nobody Else Has'

What makes Spain winger Lamine Yamal so special? Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović examined what the 18-year-old star does so well.