Kylian Mbappé — forward for Real Madrid and France, became all-time leading World Cup scorer during 2026 tournament.
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The Namibian
Kylian Mbappe scored 10 goals, ranking as tournament top-scorer
“With Sunday's final still to play, Messi is on eight goals, two behind tournament top-scorer Kylian Mbappe, the France captain, on 10.”
Fifa toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to closeThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe became all-time leading scorer in World Cup history
“England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.”
England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze matchThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick in the 2022 World Cup final
“Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Didier Deschamps' side twice came from behind to pull level at 3-3 in Doha's Lusail Stadium.”
Back to back World Cup winners: Argentina seek to join elite groupThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe was booked for following through on Simon in closing minutes
“French frustration was symbolised by Mbappe in the closing minutes, booked for following through on Simon as Spain closed out the victory.”
Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup finalThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe scored in France's win over Croatia in the 2018 World Cup final at 19 years and 207 days old
“When Mbappe scored in France's win over Croatia in the deciding match of the 2018 tournament, he was just 19 years and 207 days old.”
Yamal aims to steal Mbappe’s World Cup thunder in semifinal showdownThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe has won the World Cup and been runner-up
“I have won a World Cup and been a runner-up.”
Yamal aims to steal Mbappe’s World Cup thunder in semifinal showdownThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe has scored eight goals in six games
“In the blue corner are France, who have progressed serenely to the last four on the back of a multi-pronged strike-force spearheaded by captain Kylian Mbappe — he has scored eight goals in six games.”
‘Final before final’: France face Spain in World Cup blockbusterThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe is tournament favorite to face Spain in World Cup semi
“The stunning finish at SoFi Stadium sets up a tantalizing showdown between European champions Spain and the tournament favorites France and the red-hot Kylian Mbappe in Dallas on Tuesday.”
Merino strikes late as Spain beat Belgium to set up France World Cup semiThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe had saved first-half penalty
“Kylian Mbappe recovered from having a first-half penalty saved to score a magnificent opener that set France on their way to a 2-0 win over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final showdown on Thursday.”
Mbappe strikes again as France beat Morocco to reach World Cup semi finalsThe Namibian
Kylian Mbappe scored brilliant curling finish to make it 1-0 on the hour mark
“Mbappe's weak spot-kick was easily saved by Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, but he made up for that by producing a brilliant curling finish to make it 1-0 on the hour mark.”
Mbappe strikes again as France beat Morocco to reach World Cup semi finalsParis Saint-Germain will host Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday as multiple Ballon d'Or nominees from both teams compete; PSG has 10 nominees including last year's winner Ousmane Dembele, while Barcelona has three including last year's runner-up Lamine Yamal and 2024 winner Rodri.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain will host Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday as multiple Ballon d'Or nominees from both teams compete; PSG has 10 nominees including last year's winner Ousmane Dembele, while Barcelona has three including last year's runner-up Lamine Yamal and 2024 winner Rodri.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored twice, including one brilliant individual goal, as Real Madrid thrashed Sevilla 4-1 on Sunday to climb into third in La Liga. Arda Guler and Yan Diomande also netted as Jose Mourinho's side moved above Real Betis, with Barcelona six points ahead before next weekend's Clasico.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored France's only goal in a 1-0 UEFA Nations League win over Turkey in Zinedine Zidane's first game as coach on Friday, but suffered a left knee injury and was substituted. Zidane said Mbappe overextended his knee while shooting and will likely return to Real Madrid for treatment.
26 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Atletico Madrid defeated 10-man Real Madrid 2-1 in a La Liga derby on Sunday, with goals from Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David securing victory for Diego Simeone's side and leaving Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid trailing leaders Barcelona by six points.
20 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho acknowledged his team cannot control matches before Sunday's La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid, citing defensive vulnerabilities despite attacking dynamism. Madrid trail Barcelona by three points after five wins and one loss in six opening games.
19 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored twice to help Real Madrid defeat Rayo Vallecano 4-1 on Saturday, with Jude Bellingham and Alvaro Carreras also scoring. The win pulled Real Madrid level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid beat Inter Milan 2-1 in a Champions League opener at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Kylian Mbappe and Fede Valverde scoring in the first half before Carlos Augusto replied for Inter in the second.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe scored as Real Madrid defeated Malaga 4-0 at home on Sunday, extending their perfect start to La Liga under Jose Mourinho. Bellingham opened the scoring after 19 minutes, and Arda Guler added a fourth late in the match.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga under new coach Jose Mourinho's first home match at Santiago Bernabeu, with Vinicius Junior also scoring and Jude Bellingham providing two assists.
27 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Jose Mourinho began his second spell as Real Madrid manager with a 2-1 victory at Espanyol in La Liga, with substitute Carlos Espi scoring the winning goal in the 90th minute. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for Madrid, who fielded new signings including Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Bernardo Silva, Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate.
23 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid defeated Schalke 3-0 in a friendly with Kylian Mbappe on the scoresheet and record signing Yan Diomande debuting; Barcelona won 5-2 at Basel with summer signings Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi featuring.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid announced a six-year contract extension for forward Vinicius Junior through June 2032 and signed teenage winger Yan Diomande from Leipzig as the club aims to end a two-year trophy drought under manager Jose Mourinho.
7 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
About 30 teenage boys in Gobabis train informally after school without kit or coach, inspired by international footballers like Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland, hoping to build professional soccer careers locally and abroad.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Fifa declares the expanded 48-team World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada a triumph, marked by thrilling football and strong performances from smaller nations including Cape Verde, Curaçao, and Egypt, who reached knockout rounds in record numbers.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
England beat France 6-4 in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. Both teams had reached the semi-finals but suffered exits — France were outplayed by Spain while England suffered a late collapse against Argentina.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina are one game away from becoming just the third team to successfully defend the World Cup, with European champions Spain standing in their way. The article examines how previous World Cup winners fared when they reached the final in the following tournament, including Italy (1938), Brazil (1962), and Argentina (1990).
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain beat tournament favourites France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, to advance to Sunday's final where they will face either Argentina or England.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Lamine Yamal hopes to emulate Kylian Mbappe by winning the World Cup as a teenager, with Spain facing France in Tuesday's semi-final in Arlington. The 16-year-old Yamal, who scored in Euro 2024's semi-final against France four days before his 17th birthday, will celebrate his 19th birthday on the eve of this World Cup semi-final.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France and Spain meet in a World Cup semi-final at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with France's potent attacking force led by Kylian Mbappe—who has scored eight goals in six games—pitted against Spain's possession-based, collective style under Luis de la Fuente.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final, with Julian Alvarez scoring a crucial goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain through to the World Cup semi-final with a 2-1 victory over Belgium at SoFi Stadium on Friday. Spain will face tournament favorites France in Dallas on Tuesday.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappé scored a brilliant curling finish after a missed penalty, and set up Ousmane Dembele's goal as France defeated Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semi-finals, moving Mbappé level with Lionel Messi with eight tournament goals.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals feature Argentina versus Switzerland, France versus Morocco, Spain versus Belgium, and Norway versus England, with matches beginning 9 July at various venues and times.
9 July 2026 · Informanté →
France begin their push for a third World Cup title Thursday against African champions Morocco in a blockbuster quarter-final at Gillette Stadium. France have scored 14 goals in five games, with captain Kylian Mbappe accounting for seven of them, while Morocco advanced through the group phase and eliminated the Netherlands and Canada.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining, including France, Morocco, Spain, and Belgium. Matches are taking place in the United States beginning Thursday.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with Harry Kane also scoring from the penalty spot. England will face Norway in the last eight.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in a World Cup last-16 match on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe scoring a second-half penalty on 70 minutes. France will face Morocco in the quarter-finals after Morocco beat Canada 3-0.
5 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France coach Didier Deschamps said his team would adapt to potential extreme weather impacts ahead of their World Cup last-16 tie against Paraguay in Philadelphia on Saturday, as a heatwave hits the northeastern United States with temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
France has won all four games so far with 13 goals scored, including a 3-0 defeat of Sweden, and faces Paraguay in the last 16. Kylian Mbappe has scored six goals in the tournament and has 18 in 18 World Cup appearances.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →