The record of goals in the World Cup: Messi and Mbappé in the fight

Since its first edition in 1930, the World Cup has witnessed over 2,000 goals that have shaped the history of football. Currently, the record for top scorer is shared between Miroslav Klose and Lionel Messi, who, with his hat-trick against Algeria, has reached 16 goals in 27 matches across six World Cups.

The Threat of Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé, with 14 goals in three World Cups, emerges as a strong contender for the record. The Real Madrid player has matched Gerd Müller's record, and his brace in the last match positions him as one of the top scorers in World Cup history.

In the upcoming group stage matches, Argentina will face Austria and Jordan, while France will play against Iraq and Norway.

Top Historical Goal Scorers of the World Cup

1. Lionel Messi (Argentina): 16 goals in 27 matches across 6 World Cups.
2. Miroslav Klose (Germany): 16 goals in 24 matches across 4 World Cups.
3. Ronaldo Nazário (Brazil): 15 goals in 19 matches across 4 World Cups.
4. Kylian Mbappé (France): 14 goals in 15 matches across 3 World Cups.
5. Gerd Müller (West Germany): 14 goals in 13 matches across 2 World Cups.
6. Just Fontaine (France): 13 goals in 6 matches in 1 World Cup.
7. Pelé (Brazil): 12 goals in 14 matches across 4 World Cups.

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