Mbappé Breaks Messi’s World Cup Goal Record: A New Legend in Football History
19th July 2026, Kathmandu
Read about how Kylian Mbappé surpassed Lionel Messi to become the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history with 22 goals.
Mbappé Breaks Messi’s World Cup Goal
French superstar striker Kylian Mbappé has etched his name in the history books, becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history. During the third-place match against England, Mbappé netted two goals to cement his legacy on the world stage.
A Historic Milestone: At just 27, Mbappé has surpassed Argentine legend Lionel Messi’s record of 21 goals, bringing his total tally to 22. Impressively, Mbappé achieved this in just 22 matches, whereas 39-year-old Messi required 31 matches to score his 21 goals.
Key Achievements:
Record: Leading the charts with 22 goals in 22 appearances.
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Golden Boot Contender: Mbappé is currently leading the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race with an impressive 10 goals.
Unprecedented Consistency: He is the first player in history to score 8 or more goals in two consecutive World Cup tournaments.
Open Play Excellence: He holds the record for the most non-penalty goals in World Cup history with 19.
The Race Continues: The battle for supremacy is far from over. With the final match between Argentina and Spain scheduled for Sunday at the New York Stadium, Lionel Messi has a golden opportunity to reclaim his position at the top. The football world waits in anticipation to see if the Argentine maestro can bounce back in the showdown.
