Mbappé sets World Cup scoring record, then deletes photo of girlfriend Ester Expósito

Kylian Mbappé achieved a significant personal milestone during the 2026 World Cup, becoming the all-time leading scorer in the tournament's history. The French star netted two goals in the third-place playoff match against England, surpassing previous records.

However, Mbappé downplayed the individual achievement, emphasizing that his primary focus was on his team's performance. "I only try to help my team, scoring whenever I can," he told Métropole Télévision after the match. "Of course, when you score so many goals in a World Cup, it puts you in certain spheres, but I would have preferred not to be the top scorer in history and play tomorrow's game." He added that while the record is good for his legacy, it was not his immediate priority.

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I only try to help my team, scoring whenever I can. Of course, when you score so many goals in a World Cup, it puts you in certain spheres, but I would have preferred not to be the top scorer in history and play tomorrow's game. I think it's good for the legacy, so that when one retires they say 'I was one of those players', but today it's not the first thing that comes to my mind.

Following the match and the widespread euphoria at the Miami stadium, Mbappé was seen with his girlfriend, Spanish actress Ester Expósito. He shared a photograph of her on his Instagram account, wearing French national team attire. The post, however, was deleted within minutes, indicating the couple's preference for maintaining a private relationship despite being frequently photographed together at various events.

Expósito herself has maintained a discreet stance regarding her relationship with the footballer. When recently asked about her boyfriend's performance on the field, she declined to comment, stating, "This I'll keep for myself," to "40 principales."

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This I'll keep for myself.