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Mbappé becomes all-time World Cup top scorer, surpassing Messi
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Mbappé becomes all-time World Cup top scorer, surpassing Messi

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kylian Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi to become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals.
  • Mbappé achieved this milestone during the 2026 World Cup third-place match against England, scoring twice.
  • The French forward, at 27 years old, has further cemented his legacy and has the potential to increase his record in future tournaments.

Kylian Mbappé has claimed the title of the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, surpassing Lionel Messi with a total of 22 goals. The French sensation achieved this remarkable feat during the 2026 World Cup, scoring twice in the match for third place against England. This accomplishment places him at the pinnacle of World Cup scoring charts.

Mbappé's journey to the top has been swift and impactful. He reached his 22-goal tally in just 22 matches, a testament to his consistent performance since his debut in 2018. This places him ahead of legendary figures like Lionel Messi, who scored 21 goals in 33 appearances across multiple tournaments from 2006 to 2026.

Other notable scorers on the all-time list include Miroslav Klose with 16 goals, Ronaldo Nazário with 15, and Gerd Müller and Harry Kane both with 14. Mbappé, still only 27 years old, has ample opportunity to extend his record in upcoming World Cups, further solidifying his place among football's greatest.

The article also notes England's victory over France with a 6-4 scoreline to secure third place in the 2026 World Cup.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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