How many goals has Kylian Mbappé scored for France now?

Mbappé has scored 58 goals for France, becoming the nation’s all-time top scorer with his brace against Senegal.

How close is Mbappé to Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goals record?

Mbappé has 16 World Cup goals for France and needs two more to equal Miroslav Klose’s all-time record of 16.

Who scored for Senegal in their 3-1 loss to France?

Senegal’s goals came from Pape Gueye and Ibrahim Mbaye, with Mbaye becoming the youngest African scorer in World Cup history at 18.

Where was the France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 match played?

The match took place at New York/New Jersey Stadium in the United States as part of the 2026 World Cup group stage.

Did Bradley Barcola score on his World Cup debut?

Yes, Barcola scored France’s second goal in the 48th minute, marking his first World Cup goal on his tournament debut.

Who saved the late Senegal equalizer to preserve France’s win?

Mike Maignan made a crucial last-gasp save in stoppage time to deny Sadio Mané and secure France’s 3-1 victory.

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.

ByKostadin Stamboliev1 sourcePublished Jul 1, 10:22 PM

Mbappé’s brace rewrites France history in World Cup opener

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.

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