Mbappé becomes highest goal-scorer in FIFA World Cup history, overtakes Messi

Kylian Mbappé has become the highest goal-scorer in FIFA World Cup history, taking his all-time tally to 22 goals after a brace in France's third-place playoff against England. The France captain moved past Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who had set the previous record of 21 goals earlier in the tournament. Mbappe scored 10 goals in FIFA World Cup 2026.