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Most Goals in Knockout Games! Mbappe Overtakes Absolute Legend
Kylian Mbappe is having another fabulous World Cup in the USA and secures a new record.
Led by Kylian Mbappe, France has once again solidified its position as a top favorite for the World Cup title in the USA.
The 2018 world champions defeated Sweden 3-0 in the round of 32 and could have won by an even larger margin with better chance conversion.
In the selection for Man of the Match, Mbappe was the undisputed choice. The superstar shone with a brace, and now has six tournament goals, just like Lionel Messi. The 2026 World Cup top scorers list >>>
He also surpassed Miroslav Klose in the all-time ranking, with now 18 World Cup goals – in 18 games – he is currently just one goal shy of Messi. The all-time top scorers list >>>
Ten Goals in Knockout Games
In the game against Sweden, the 27-year-old secured a new record.
The star forward from Real Madrid has now scored ten goals in World Cup knockout games and is the sole record holder. Previously, Mbappe was level with Brazilian legends Leonidas and Ronaldo.
Furthermore, no player in football history has ever managed seven braces at World Cups. Messi, Ronaldo, Klose, and Just Fontaine have achieved this four times.
