Kylian Mbappé opens scoring against Iraq in Philadelphia

In partnership with

OffsAIde

·23 June 2026

Kylian Mbappé put France in front against Iraq in Philadelphia on Monday. Le Progres reports from the match.

The forward struck in the 14th minute with a sweet left-footed finish.

OneFootball Videos

It was his 59th goal for the national side and his 15th at the World Cup.

He is now three short of record holder Lionel Messi.

Didier Deschamps’ team had opened with a 3-1 win over Senegal, leaving them well placed to qualify.

Source: Le Progres