Kylian Mbappé once again proved why he is one of football’s biggest stars, delivering another sensational performance as France secured their place in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The French captain scored twice in France’s convincing 3-0 victory over Iraq, earning the FIFA Man of the Match award for the second consecutive game and continuing his remarkable run of form at the tournament.
Mbappé’s brace was historic. The 27-year-old reached 15 FIFA World Cup goals in just 16 appearances, becoming the fastest player in history to achieve the feat. He then added another goal to take his overall World Cup tally to 16, further strengthening his position among the competition’s all-time great goalscorers.
His latest masterclass comes just days after he inspired France to victory in their opening match against Senegal, underlining his importance to Didier Deschamps’ side as they pursue another world title.
With back-to-back Man of the Match awards and three goals in two matches at the tournament, Mbappé has emerged as one of the leading contenders for the Golden Boot. His pace, clinical finishing, and leadership have been instrumental in guiding Les Bleus into the knockout stage with a game to spare.
As France march into the Round of 32, all eyes will remain on Mbappé, whose extraordinary World Cup record continues to grow. Already one of the most feared forwards in world football, the French superstar is building a legacy that could see him finish among the greatest players the tournament has ever witnessed.
For now, France are through, and Kylian Mbappé is once again making history on football’s biggest stage.