France’s Kylian Mbappe has set new records at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the youngest player to feature in 20 matches and the fastest to score 20 goals in the tournament. In a quarter-final match against Morocco, Mbappe scored a goal in the 60th minute and assisted in another, leading France to the semifinals.
Mbappe, at 27 years old, has now played 20 World Cup matches, making him France’s most capped player in the competition. He has equaled Hugo Lloris in appearances and surpassed other notable French players like Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud, and Raphael Varane.
Having scored his 20th World Cup goal in the ongoing 2026 tournament, Mbappe is just one goal away from matching Lionel Messi’s record of 21 goals in World Cup history. He has showcased exceptional performance across three World Cup editions, establishing himself as one of the tournament’s top scorers.
Kylian Mbappe has solidified his status as France’s all-time leading goalscorer and has achieved numerous individual records in FIFA World Cup history. His remarkable achievements include becoming the French player with the most wins in World Cup history, currently standing at 17 victories.
Mbappe’s prowess in the knockout stages of the World Cup is evident, with his impressive tally of 12 goals before the 2026 tournament. He has surpassed legendary Brazilian players Leonidas and Ronaldo in knockout-stage goals, further cementing his place among the tournament’s elite scorers.
