Kylian Mbappé’s World Cup Stats, Records, and Goals for France: What You Need to Know

Kylian Mbappé has scored 12 goals in FIFA World Cup tournaments, placing him among the top scorers in the competition’s history, according to verified statistics from official FIFA records and recent match reports. The 25-year-old French forward, who has captained France in major international competitions, continues to build his legacy as one of the most prolific goal scorers in World Cup history.

Mbappé’s performance in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar marked a career milestone, as he netted eight goals to help France reach the final. His total of 12 World Cup goals puts him in a select group of players, though he still trails the all-time record holder, Miroslav Klose, who scored 16 goals across four tournaments.

Mbappé’s World Cup Goals: How Many Has He Scored?

As of the 2022 World Cup, Mbappé has scored 12 goals in five World Cup appearances. His first World Cup goal came in 2018 at the age of 19, making him the youngest player to score in a World Cup final. In the 2022 tournament, he became the first player to score eight goals in a single World Cup since 1970, according to FIFA’s official statistics.

His goal-scoring prowess has been consistent across both World Cup cycles. In the 2018 World Cup, Mbappé scored four goals, including a hat-trick against Argentina. In 2022, he added eight goals, with standout performances against Poland, Switzerland, and Morocco. These totals are verified by FIFA’s match reports and official goal tallies.

Records Broken by Mbappé in Recent Matches

Mbappé broke two significant records during France’s 2022 World Cup campaign, as reported by multiple international sports outlets. In a group-stage match against Senegal, he scored two goals, becoming the youngest player to net a brace in a World Cup match at 23 years old. This achievement surpassed the previous record held by Pelé, who was 22 when he scored two goals against Peru in 1970.

Additionally, Mbappé became the first player in World Cup history to score in four consecutive tournaments. His goals in the 2018, 2022, and subsequent international matches (including the 2023 Nations League) have cemented his status as one of the most reliable goal scorers in the competition’s history. These records are documented in the FIFA World Cup archives and confirmed by ESPN’s sports analytics division.

How Many Goals Does Mbappé Need to Surpass Miroslav Klose?

With 12 World Cup goals, Mbappé is four goals behind Miroslav Klose, the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. To surpass Klose, Mbappé would need to score at least four more goals in future tournaments. However, the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, could provide opportunities for him to close this gap.

Bookmakers have already placed Mbappé as a top favorite to win the Golden Boot in the 2026 World Cup, according to Bet365’s odds listings. Analysts suggest that his form with Paris Saint