Mbappé matches Brazil's goal tally in another World Cup

Brazil finished the 2026 World Cup with ten goals scored, the same as Kylian Mbappé's individual tally. For the second consecutive edition, the Frenchman matched Brazil's total goals in the tournament. In 2022, both finished with eight goals each. The last time this happened was in 1990.

What happened in the 2026 World Cup?

Brazil scored ten goals in five matches: one against Morocco, three over Haiti, three against Scotland, two against Japan, and one in the loss to Norway. Mbappé also scored ten times, reaching 22 goals in three World Cups. The Frenchman had scored four in 2018 and eight in 2022.

Why does this matter for Brazil?

The statistic reflects a period of offensive struggle for the team, which has not had a higher production in a World Cup since 1990. The last result was a 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16 on July 5, 2026. The team has four wins and one loss in the last five games.

What's next?

Brazil's next match will be against Australia, away, on September 25, 2026. The team aims to improve its offensive efficiency before the next challenge.