Mbappé’s brace rewrites France history in World Cup opener
Kylian Mbappé becomes Les Bleus’ all-time top scorer and inches toward Miroslav Klose’s World Cup record as France edge Senegal 3-1 in New Jersey.
Kylian Mbappé struck twice to become France’s all-time leading scorer and close within two goals of Miroslav Klose’s World Cup record as Les Bleus beat Senegal 3-1 in their 2026 World Cup Group I opener at New York/New Jersey Stadium. France’s record-breaking night began with Mbappé’s 12th-minute opener, a low drive past Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy after a quick counter. Bradley Barcola doubled the lead in the 48th minute with a first-time finish inside the box, his first World Cup goal on his tournament debut.
