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Mbappé Hits 10 Knockout Goals, Leads World Cup Scoring

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kylian Mbappé scored his 10th knockout stage goal in the World Cup, setting a new all-time record.
  • The French star's two goals in the match against Sweden led his team to a 3-0 victory and advanced them to the round of 16.
  • Mbappé now has 18 career World Cup goals, one shy of Lionel Messi, and is tied with Messi for the most goals in the current tournament, making him a strong contender for the Golden Boot.

French football sensation Kylian Mbappé continues to shatter World Cup records. At just 28 years old, he has now scored 10 goals in the tournament's knockout stages, a feat unmatched in history. His latest performance saw him net two goals against Sweden, propelling France to a decisive 3-0 win and securing their spot in the round of 16.

Kylian Mbappé has scored 10 goals in the World Cup knockout stage, ranking first in history.

— Liberty TimesThe article highlights Mbappé's record-breaking achievement.

With this brace, Mbappé's total World Cup goal count reaches 18, placing him just one goal behind the all-time leader, Lionel Messi. He is also currently tied with Messi at the top of the scoring charts for this tournament with six goals, positioning him as a formidable candidate for the Golden Boot award.

Mbappé's career World Cup goals have reached 18, just one behind historical top scorer Messi.

— Liberty TimesThe article compares Mbappé's overall World Cup scoring record to Lionel Messi's.

Mbappé's rise in the World Cup began in 2018, and he has consistently set new benchmarks for performance and scoring. His ability to deliver in high-pressure knockout matches underscores his status as one of the game's most impactful players.

He is currently tied with Messi for the most goals in this World Cup with 6, making him a strong candidate for the Golden Boot.

— Liberty TimesThe article discusses Mbappé's current performance in the tournament and his bid for the Golden Boot.
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