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Kylian Mbappé showcased his exceptional talent in France's recent match against Iraq, scoring a spectacular goal that helped secure a victory for his team in the second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage. The French forward, who has always been a focal point for the national team, opened the scoring just 14 minutes into the game. Receiving a pass from Olise, Mbappé unleashed a powerful long-range shot with his left foot. Despite the Iraqi goalkeeper's efforts to make a save, he could only get a hand to the ball as it found the back of the net.
This goal marked a significant milestone for Mbappé, as it was his 100th appearance for the French national team. At just 27 years and 184 days old, he became the youngest French player to reach this impressive feat. With this latest goal, Mbappé has now scored a total of 15 goals across three World Cups, placing him third on the all-time scoring list for the tournament, trailing only Miroslav Klose (16 goals) and Lionel Messi (18 goals).
Mbappé's remarkable achievement further solidifies his status as one of the greatest scorers in the history of the French national team. He has now netted 59 goals for Les Bleus, extending his lead over the second-highest scorer, Olivier Giroud, by two goals. As the World Cup progresses, all eyes will remain on Mbappé, who consistently draws attention whenever he takes the field, especially on such a grand stage.