Messi's record short-lived as Mbappé becomes World Cup's all-time top scorer

France captain Kylian Mbappé has broken the record for the most goals in World Cup history.

Mbappé broke the record by scoring twice against England in the third-place match at the ongoing 2026 World Cup. France lost the match 6-4.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi had set the record during this World Cup. Mbappé has now scored 22 World Cup goals, while Messi has scored 21.

Mbappé also moved to the top of the scoring charts for this World Cup in tonight's match. Going into the match, he had been tied with Messi at the top of the list. Mbappé now has 10 goals at this World Cup, while Messi has 8.

Messi still has a chance to claim Mbappé's record and the Golden Boot by scoring twice against Spain in the final, which kicks off at midnight tomorrow, Maldives time.