Mbappé Eyes World Record, Targets Golden Boot at World Cup 2026
Kylian Mbappé, captain of France national football team, has admitted he can hardly believe how close he is to making history. At just 27 years old, the Real Madrid forward is on the verge of breaking the all-time World Cup scoring record.
Mbappé has already netted 12 goals across his last two FIFA World Cup tournaments. He now needs just four more แทงบอลสเต็ป goals to equal the all-time record of 16, held by Miroslav Klose. If he scores five more, he will become the outright record holder at the 2026 World Cup, set to be hosted by United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Speaking to Fox Deportes, Mbappé revealed that simply hearing he is only four goals away from matching the record feels surreal. He described the World Cup as the ultimate stage, bringing together the best players in the world—a tournament filled with legends and unmatched prestige. For his name to be mentioned among those chasing such a historic milestone is something he finds hard to comprehend.
Despite being on the brink of personal glory, Mbappé emphasized that his top priority remains the success of the French national team. His main goal is to lead France to a third World Cup title and reach another final, insisting that team achievements will always matter more than individual records.
The French superstar also reflected on his earliest World Cup memory, which dates back to the 2006 FIFA World Cup—the final tournament of Zinedine Zidane. He recalled how Zidane inspired an entire nation and served as a role model for generations of French players, including himself.
Looking ahead, Mbappé is set to lead France in an upcoming international friendly against Colombia national football team on March 29 in the United States. The match will be another important step in preparation for future challenges—both in pursuit of World Cup glory and a historic record that could cement his legacy as one of the greatest players in football history.