2026 World Cup: Kylian Mbappé sets a 60-year-old historic record

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By: Manu Tournoux

Author of a double and an assist against England during the match for third place in the 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé has once again made the history of the competition. With 10 goals and 4 assists since the start of the tournament, the captain of the Blues becomes the first player in 60 years to be involved in 14 goals during the same edition of the World Cup.

At only 27 years old, the Real Madrid striker continues to shake up the statistics on the international scene. In three World Cups played, Mbappé now has 22 goals and 6 assists. Exceptional figures which further strengthen his status among the greatest players in the history of the competition.