Mbappé Equals Klose’s World Cup Goal Tally with Double Against Iraq

Kylian Mbappé marked his 100th appearance for France with a brace as Les Bleus took control of their Group I clash against Iraq at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the score at 3–0 as the game continues.

The France captain opened the scoring before adding a second, taking his international tally to 61 goals and strengthening his status as France’s all-time leading scorer.

The double also lifted Mbappé to 16 World Cup goals, drawing him level with former Germany striker Miroslav Klose on the tournament’s all-time scoring chart.

Only Argentina captain Lionel Messi remains ahead, with 18 World Cup goals, leaving Mbappé two short of the record.

France have dominated proceedings throughout the match, with Mbappé at the centre of their attacking play on a landmark night in his international career.

The game remains in progress as France continue to press for more goals in Philadelphia.