Kylian Mbappe shines as France faces Spain in World Cup semi-final

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Kylian Mbappe shines as France faces Spain in World Cup semi-final
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Kylian Mbappe continues to excel for France as they prepare for their World Cup semi-final against Spain in Dallas. The forward leads the tournament scoring charts with eight goals, showcasing his skills after a challenging season at Real Madrid, where the team failed to secure major trophies. Real Madrid's lack of representation among the Spanish national team's players contrasts with their record-breaking collective goal tally at the World Cup. Mbappe looks to help France win their third title, aiming to recover from their loss in the 2022 final.

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  • France plays Spain in a World Cup semi-final on July 13, 2026.
  • Kylian Mbappe has scored eight goals in the tournament, tying with Lionel Messi.
  • Real Madrid players set a World Cup record with 19 goals, but no Spaniards contributed.
  • Mbappe's form follows a frustrating season with Madrid lacking major titles.
  • Manager Jose Mourinho aims to harness Mbappe's talent for the upcoming season.
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For France at the World Cup, Kylian Mbappe has not been able to stop scoring.Madrid's goals tally is due in large part to England's Jude Bellingham, who has scored six, but above all to Mbappe, who has found the net on eight occasions and sits level with Lionel Messi at the top of the World Cup scoring charts.

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