US EditionMbappe Says Tying Henry an Honour but Not Dwelling on All
Kylian Mbappe scored his 51st goal, tying Thierry Henry as France's second-highest scorer while helping secure a 2-0 win in their 2026 World Cup qualifying opener.
- On September 5, 2025, France defeated Ukraine 2-0 in their 2026 World Cup qualifying opener at Wroclaw's Stadion Miejski in Poland, with Kylian Mbappe scoring his 51st international goal.
- This event followed France's 2024 European Championship semifinal loss to Spain and Olivier Giroud's recent retirement, marking Mbappe’s continuation as the team's leading forward and goal scorer contender.
- Michael Olise opened the scoring early after a pass from Bradley Barcola, and Mbappe sealed the win with a late goal in the 82nd minute, showcasing excellent teamwork and control.
- Mbappe stated equaling Thierry Henry's 51-goal record was an honour but said he does not dwell on surpassing Giroud’s 57-goal record, emphasizing his focus on winning games and titles with Les Bleus.
- Mbappe’s milestone highlights his rise since his 2017 debut and suggests he remains on track to become France's top scorer, while the team prepares to face Iceland next in Group D at Parc des Princes.
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Kylian Mbappe says tying Thierry Henry’s France tally an honour but not dwelling on all
France opened its World Cup qualifying campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ukraine, with Michael Olise scoring early before Mbappe sealed the result late on at the Wroclaw Stadium in Poland.
Mbappe says tying Henry an honour but not dwelling on all
France forward Kylian Mbappe said equalling Thierry Henry's tally of 51 international goals was an honour, but added that surpassing Olivier Giroud's all-time record was not something he dwells on, as his focus stays on winning titles with Les Bleus.Mbappe's 82nd-minute strike against Ukraine on Friday, set u
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The former World Cup winners made sure to stamp their authority on the contest against Ukraine and walk away with full points at the Wrocław Stadium in Poland. The France National Football Team will next face Iceland in their second match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers campaign on September 10. ⚽ Ukraine 0-2 France, FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers: Kylian Mbappe Equals Thierry Henry as Les Bleus Register Comfortable Victo…
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