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Mbappé becomes France's all-time top goalscorer in win over Senegal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:45 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Mbappé becomes France's all-time top goalscorer in win over Senegal

Summary

Kylian Mbappé scored twice in France's 3-1 victory against Senegal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, establishing himself as the nation's all-time leading goalscorer. Didier Deschamps praised Mbappé as an iconic player despite the team's early struggles in their tournament opener. Deschamps noted the team's challenges but expressed satisfaction with the victory against a strong Senegalese side. France will face Iraq next in Group I on June 22.

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By the Numbers

•Mbappé scored both goals in the second half of the match.
•France took the lead after a sluggish start to the game.
•Deschamps provided frank feedback to players at halftime.
•France will next play Iraq on June 22 in Philadelphia.
•Mbappé's record-breaking goals came after opening the scoring in the 61st minute.

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10:45 PMYahoo Sports — “People will still criticise” record-breaking Mbappé, says Deschamps

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Didier Deschamps labelled Kylian Mbappé as “an iconic player” as the 27-year-old forward became France’s all-time top goalscorer after netting twice in Les Bleus’ 3-1 win against Senegal at t...
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