Kylian Mbappé was the fastest player at the 2026 World Cup

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By: Manu Tournoux

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Kylian Mbappé did not win the second World Cup of his career, but the captain of the France team succeeded in his competition, on a personal level. Top scorer in the tournament and in the history of the World Cups, the Bondynois was also the fastest player in the competition.

Mbappé was flashed at 37.61 km/h. He is ahead of the Swede Anthony Elanga (37.16 km/h) and the Dutchman Micky Van de Ven (36.77 km/h). Note that France places three of its players in the top 10. Bradley Barcola is seventh (36.32 km/h), while Théo Hernandez is ninth (36.17 km/h).

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.