Mbappé discusses MLS future before historic Iraq match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Kylian Mbappé will make his 100th international appearance for France on June 22 against Iraq in the World Cup. The striker scored two goals in France's 3-1 victory over Senegal in their opening match. When asked about potentially joining Major League Soccer, he stated, "We'll see," while acknowledging the differences in American culture. Ahead of this milestone match, Mbappé has a total of 58 goals in 99 games for France.
- •Mbappé scored twice in France's win over Senegal.
- •He prepares to face Iraq in a World Cup group match.
- •This match marks his 100th cap for the national team.
- •Mbappé has 58 goals in 99 appearances for France.
- •He commented on the possibility of playing in MLS.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Mbappé in MLS? 'We'll see,' says France captain before Iraq clash
"France skipper Kylian Mbappé will make his 100th international appearance in Monday's World Cup second group match against Iraq, but US journalists seemed to forget he is only 27. The striker, who scored twice in the 3-1 win over Senegal first up in Group I, was quizzed about whether he would follow Argentina great Lionel Messi and play in Major League Soccer in the US.
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