Mbappé Becomes France's All-Time Top Scorer After Brace Against Senegal

Kylian Mbappé has etched his name in French football history, becoming the nation's all-time leading goal scorer. The prolific striker achieved this milestone by netting two goals in France's recent match against Senegal, bringing his total for Les Bleus to 58 goals in 99 appearances. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 57 goals held by Olivier Giroud, who played 137 matches for the national team.

Beyond the national record, Mbappé's performance also saw him climb the ranks of World Cup goal scorers. His brace against Senegal marked his 13th goal in the tournament, drawing him level with German legend Gerd Müller. He now trails only Miroslav Klose (16 goals) and Ronaldo Nazário (15 goals) in the all-time World Cup scoring charts.

The match itself saw France secure a victory, with Mbappé's goals playing a crucial role. Despite a late surge from Senegal, France managed to hold on. Mbappé's continued success on the international stage underscores his status as one of the game's most impactful players, consistently delivering crucial goals for both his club and country.