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Kylian Mbappé has once again delivered a strong performance in the FIFA World Cup, and it's just the beginning. The Real Madrid star has etched his name deeper into French football history, scoring twice as France opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal at MetLife Stadium.
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Mbappe breaks all-time World Cup scoring record in France's 3-1 victory over Senegal
The 27-year-old superstar netted his 13th and 14th career World Cup goals, surpassing Just Fontaine’s long-standing record of 13 to become France’s all-time leading scorer in the tournament. His first strike in the 66th minute broke a scoreless deadlock and tied him with Olivier Giroud’s overall international tally for Les Bleus, while the second, a stoppage-time stunner, clinched the three points and moved him level with Gerd Müller on 14 World Cup goals overall.
Bradley Barcola, coming off the bench, added a delightful chip in the 82nd minute for his first World Cup goal, giving France a commanding 2-0 lead. Senegal pulled one back through Ibrahim Mbaye in the 90+5th minute, but Mbappé had the final say moments later.
The victory sends a strong message from the reigning runners-up, who looked sharp despite a slow first half. With depth across the attack, including contributions from players like Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, France appears well-positioned in Group I.
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