Mbappe becomes France’s record scorer with two goals at World Cup
Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group I – France v Senegal – New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. – June 16, 2026 France’s Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their third goal REUTERS/Dylan Martinez
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 16 : Captain Kylian Mbappe became France’s all-time leading scorer with a double against Senegal on Tuesday, beating the mark of 57 goals held by Olivier Giroud.
Playing in France’s World Cup opening match at New York New Jersey Stadium, Mbappe scored his first in the 66th minute and notched his 58th international goal in second-half stoppage time.
Source: Reuters
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