Kylian Mbappé Nears All‑Time Knockout Goal Record at 2026 World Cup

Mbappé lifted the World Cup trophy in 2018 and finished runner‑up in 2022, placing him second on the tournament’s all‑time scoring list. He now stands one goal away from becoming the record holder for goals in knockout‑stage matches.

Scoring that goal at the 2026 World Cup would give him the highest knockout tally in the competition’s history. The pursuit highlights the French forward’s knack for delivering when the stakes are highest.