Kylian Mbappe Breaks Multiple FIFA World Cup Records Against Senegal

Summary

Kylian Mbappe has set multiple FIFA World Cup scoring records during France's 3-1 victory over Senegal, including becoming France's all-time top scorer and the highest French World Cup scorer.

Key Points
  • Kylian Mbappe scored two goals against Senegal, leading France to a 3-1 victory in their first World Cup match.
  • Mbappe broke Olivier Giroud's record for most goals scored for France, reaching 58 goals.
  • He surpassed Just Fontaine's record to become France's top scorer in World Cup history with 14 goals.
  • Mbappe is close to breaking Miroslav Klose's World Cup goal record, currently with 14 goals compared to Klose's 16.
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