Kylian Mbappé scored his eighth goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a match against Morocco on July 9, 2026, tying Lionel Messi's record for most goals in a single World Cup tournament since 1930. The goal came in the 23rd minute of the quarterfinal match at the Lusail Stadium.
Mbappé's eighth goal matches the tally Messi achieved during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where he scored eight goals. The French forward now shares the record with Messi for the most goals in a single World Cup edition in the modern era.
France advanced to the semifinals with a 2-1 victory over Morocco. Mbappé's goal was assisted by Antoine Griezmann, who delivered a cross from the right flank. The goal marked Mbappé's 12th World Cup goal overall, placing him among the top scorers in tournament history.
Mbappé, 27, has been a key player for France throughout the tournament, scoring in five of the team's six matches. His performance has drawn comparisons to Messi's 2022 campaign, where the Argentine led his team to victory.
The record for most goals in a single World Cup remains held by Just Fontaine, who scored 13 goals for France in 1958. Mbappé's achievement is notable as he continues to build on his legacy in international football.
