Mbappe Surpasses Ronaldo and Equals Klose in World Cup Scorers List
The French star Kylian Mbappe continued to make history in the 2026 World Cup after scoring the second goal for the French team against Iraq, reaching his 16th goal in the tournament.
With this goal, Mbappe surpassed Brazilian Ronaldo Nazario, who scored 15 goals, to equal German Miroslav Klose in second place on the list of the best World Cup scorers in history, behind Argentine Lionel Messi, who tops the list with 18 goals.
Mbappe's goal came after the match resumed following a long stoppage due to weather conditions in Philadelphia. Ousmane Dembele capitalized on a mistake in play-building from the Iraqi side, then passed the ball to Mbappe, who easily scored into an empty net.
This goal reflects Mbappé's continued outstanding performance in the tournament, having also scored twice in France's opening match of the 2026 World Cup, reaffirming his status as one of the tournament's top stars and the leader of the French team's offensive line.
With this goal, Mbappe surpassed Brazilian Ronaldo Nazario, who scored 15 goals, to equal German Miroslav Klose in second place on the list of the best World Cup scorers in history, behind Argentine Lionel Messi, who tops the list with 18 goals.
Mbappe's goal came after the match resumed following a long stoppage due to weather conditions in Philadelphia. Ousmane Dembele capitalized on a mistake in play-building from the Iraqi side, then passed the ball to Mbappe, who easily scored into an empty net.
This goal reflects Mbappé's continued outstanding performance in the tournament, having also scored twice in France's opening match of the 2026 World Cup, reaffirming his status as one of the tournament's top stars and the leader of the French team's offensive line.
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