Messi and Mbappé excel in ongoing World Cup goal-scoring duel
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 9:45 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
During the ongoing 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi have captivated audiences with their competitive play. Messi has scored five goals across two matches, while Mbappé has netted three goals by halftime of his second match. Messi is now the all-time leading scorer in the tournament's history, and Mbappé joins him in the top three scorers. The remarkable performances have ignited significant social media engagement as both players pursue the top scorer title in this year's competition.
- •Messi has five goals in two matches.
- •Mbappé scored three goals by halftime of his second match.
- •Messi holds the record for most goals in World Cup history.
- •Mbappé is now a top-three scorer in the tournament.
- •Social media activity has surged around their performances.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — 📸 The ruthless Messi-Mbappé duel sets the internet alight 🔥
"They are stunning the entire planet.Since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi have been giving us a ruthless duel to our greatest delight.Five goals in two matches for the...
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