Kylian Mbappé Becomes France's All-Time Top Scorer, Addresses Critics
Kylian Mbappé has surpassed Olivier Giroud to become France's all-time top scorer, netting his 57th and 58th goals for the national team. These goals contributed to a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their World Cup opener. Mbappé commented on his performance, stating his goals were a "response" rather than about "revenge" against critics. He also reaffirmed his political stance against extreme views prior to Euro 2024.
Kylian Mbappé has etched his name in French football history, becoming the nation’s all-time leading scorer. He surpassed Olivier Giroud's record by scoring his 57th and 58th goals for the national team.
These pivotal goals contributed to a 3-1 win for France against Senegal in their World Cup opener. Mbappé addressed his performance and public perception, remarking, “If I start playing just to prove all of my critics wrong and to shut them up, I think I’d have to keep playing until I was 80.” He clarified that his recent scoring wasn't motivated by "revenge" but was instead "a response."
Beyond the pitch, Mbappé also voiced his political opinions before Euro 2024, approximately two years ago. He stated, “Kylian Mbappé is against extreme views and against ideas that divide people.” He further added, “I want to be proud to represent France. I don’t want to represent a country that doesn’t correspond to my values, or our values.”
According to The Guardian Sport, these statements underscore Mbappé's dual role as both a leading athlete and a public figure.
