Kylian Mbappe
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Kylian Mbappe, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Mbappe and Haaland Lead the Race for Group Supremacy as World Cup Group Play Reaches the Finish
France and Norway headline the final round of World Cup group-stage matches on Friday, with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland meeting for the first time in national-team shirts. Be…
Vinicius Junior Stars as Brazil Nears Top Spot in World Cup Group
Vinicius Junior scored twice as Brazil beat Scotland in its Group G opener at the 2026 World Cup. He became the first Brazil player to score in all three group games and moved to…
Why World Cup Stars Are Still Going Strong at 39 and 41
Lionel Messi scored late against Austria at age 39, and the article says he is part of a broader 2026 World Cup trend: aging legends and young stars are thriving. Teams now use sp…
Mourinho Says He Returned to Real Madrid Out of Love for the Club
Jose Mourinho said he returned to Real Madrid because he loves the club, and outlined his approach in a first interview after being reappointed. He defended his tactical record, p…
World Cup stars, underdogs, and old grudges define the tournament so far
The article surveys the biggest World Cup stories so far, led by Messi, Mbappe and Ronaldo, plus surprise runs by Curaçao and Cape Verde. It also previews decisive group-stage mat…
Ronaldo Scores Again, Then Bristles at Questions About Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup and became the first player to score in six World Cups. Afterward, he brushed off repeat…
World Cup Highlights: Argentina, France, Algeria and Norway Win
Sport5 published a World Cup 2026 highlight roundup on June 23, 2026. Argentina beat Austria 2-0, France defeated Iraq 3-0, Algeria beat Jordan 2-1, and Norway defeated Senegal. T…
Messi and Mbappe Lead World Cup Highlights as Argentina and France Win
Sport 5 published a roundup of World Cup 2026 highlights on June 23, 2026. Argentina beat Austria 2-0, France beat Iraq 3-0, Algeria beat Jordan 2-1, and Norway defeated Senegal.
Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Mbappe Keeps Pace
Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria, broke the all-time World Cup scoring record, and helped Argentina advance with six points. Kylian Mbappe then scored twice for France ag…
Messi Faces a Rest-or-Record Decision Against Jordan
Argentina have secured first place in their World Cup group and will face Jordan in a meaningless final group match. Lionel Scaloni must decide whether to rest Lionel Messi or let…
How FIFA Handles World Cup Weather Delays and Suspensions
A lightning storm in Philadelphia delayed the France-Iraq World Cup match by 2 hours and 10 minutes under FIFA’s emergency protocol. FIFA stops games for nearby lightning, resumes…
Messi Sets World Cup Scoring Record After Emotional Night
Lionel Messi scored twice in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria at the 2026 World Cup and became the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals. Miroslav Klose congratulated…
Messi Keeps Dominating at 39, While Ronaldo Struggles to Keep Up
Lionel Messi, about to turn 39, is leading the 2026 World Cup with five goals in two games and remains central to Argentina’s run. Olivier Giroud, Michael Caulfield, and Wayne Roo…
Mbappe Scores Twice as France Overcomes Lightning Delay in World Cup Win
France beat Iraq 3-0 in the 2026 World Cup group stage after a two-hour lightning delay. Kylian Mbappe scored twice to reach 16 World Cup goals, while Lionel Messi set the all-tim…
Haaland Scores Twice as Norway Beats Senegal 3-2 to Reach Knockout Stage
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. Norway secured advancement from its World Cup group, while Senegal suffered its first-eve…
Messi Still Chasing World Cup Records in 2026
Lionel Messi set and matched several World Cup records at the 2026 tournament, including becoming the all-time leading scorer and the oldest player to score a World Cup hat trick…
Deschamps may shuffle France lineup for Iraq, with one star possibly benched
France face Iraq on Monday night in the second round of the 2026 World Cup, with Didier Deschamps considering lineup changes. Bradley Barcola may start, Lucas Digne could come in…
Why Mbappe’s goals lift France but complicate club success
Kylian Mbappe is closing in on World Cup scoring records after a two-goal debut for France against Senegal. The article argues his success with France contrasts with his less effe…
Lamine Yamal ends Spain's World Cup scoring drought and makes history
Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal for Spain against Cape Verde on Sunday, ending a 294-minute scoring drought for La Roja. At 18 years and 343 days, he helped Spain mak…
Real Madrid Tracks Morocco’s World Cup Standout Ayyoub Bouaddi
Real Madrid is closely scouting Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi at the World Cup. The 18-year-old Lille player impressed against Brazil and Scotland, and the report says his fut…
France fears thunderstorms could disrupt World Cup match against Iraq
France's World Cup match against Iraq in Philadelphia could be disrupted by thunderstorms on Monday. American safety rules require an immediate stoppage if lightning approaches th…
Japan and Tunisia Wear Commemorative Patches for World Cup's 1,000th Match
FIFA marked the 1,000th match in World Cup history with special patches on Japan and Tunisia's jerseys at the 2026 World Cup. The teams were recognized for the tournament mileston…
Real Madrid Lead Club Scoring Race at the World Cup
Real Madrid lead the club-by-club World Cup scoring chart with five goals from Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham. Barcelona are the notable absentee near the top…
Ronaldo debate intensifies after Portugal’s 1-1 draw with Congo
Portugal’s 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo at the start of the 2026 World Cup has intensified criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Former Manchester United strike…
Ronaldo Row Deepens After Portugal Draw, as Georgina Rodriguez Reacts to Fake Post
Portugal’s 1-1 opening draw with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup intensified scrutiny on Cristiano Ronaldo and his standing in the team. A fake social media post, Georgina Rodrigue…
Real Madrid Prepares Record-Breaking Bid for Michael Olise
Real Madrid is reportedly readying a €220 million bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise. The move would fulfill Florentino Perez’s election promise to sign a galactico, thoug…
Real Madrid Complete Free Transfer for France Defender Ibrahima Konate
Real Madrid announced the signing of France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer from Liverpool. The 27-year-old signed through June 2030, and his arrival was a key pledge…
Messi’s Hat Trick Leads Top Performances From World Cup Round One
The first round of the 2026 World Cup group stage produced major individual performances, topped by Lionel Messi’s first World Cup hat trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria. K…
Portugal Defends Ronaldo After Flat World Cup Draw Raises Deeper Questions
Portugal began its World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Congo, and Cristiano Ronaldo again failed to score. Coach Roberto Martinez defended him and said the team’s issues were deeper…
Ronaldo leads Portugal against DR Congo in Group H opener
Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo faced off Wednesday night in Houston in the first match of World Cup Group H. Cristiano Ronaldo started for Portugal in his sixth Wor…
The Congo fan who stands motionless for 90 minutes has become a World Cup sensation
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga of Congo has become a World Cup viral sensation by standing motionless in the stands for 90 minutes, or longer, in a tribute to Patrice Lumumba. After visa…
World Cup Day 7: Ronaldo’s Possible Farewell, England Face Croatia
Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup features Cristiano Ronaldo’s possible final tournament with Portugal, England against Croatia, and two later matches involving Ghana, Panama, Uzbekista…
Mbappe Leads France to 3-1 Win and Becomes Its All-Time Top Scorer
Kylian Mbappe scored twice in France’s 3-1 win over Senegal in the 2026 World Cup opener. The performance helped him become France’s all-time leading scorer with 58 international…
Why Messi, Mbappe and others are wearing special World Cup patches
FIFA has added special World Cup shirt patches honoring stars for historic milestones and past tournament awards. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Emiliano Martinez were among the…
Messi, Mbappe and Haaland light up a high-scoring World Cup night
Mbappe scored twice for France, Haaland scored twice for Norway, and Messi hit a hat trick for Argentina in a goal-filled World Cup night. Austria later beat Jordan 3-1, and the a…
Messi’s Hat-Trick Overshadowed by Red-Card Debate After Argentina Beat Algeria
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 at the World Cup, tying Miroslav Klose’s all-time tournament scoring record. The match also sparked controversy a…
Mbappe’s Brace and Deschamps’ Adjustments Put France in Pole Position
France beat Senegal 3-1 in its World Cup opener, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice and becoming France’s all-time leading scorer. Didier Deschamps’ second-half tactical changes, es…
Romano Schmid’s World Cup stunner adds to Austria’s rising star
Romano Schmid scored Austria’s opener against Jordan at the 2026 World Cup and set a rare national scoring milestone. The 26-year-old Werder Bremen midfielder has been long regard…
Mbappe Fulfills James Corden Bet with Flute Celebration, Then Makes French History
Kylian Mbappe celebrated a World Cup goal for France by miming flute playing, honoring a promise he made to James Corden. His two goals in France's opener against Senegal made him…
Messi and Mbappe Close In on World Cup Scoring Record
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe both climbed to 14 World Cup goals, tying them for third on the all-time list. The article says both could challenge Miroslav Klose’s record of 16…
Lionel Messi makes World Cup history with record sixth appearance and another milestone goal
Lionel Messi became the first player to appear in six World Cups and added another historic goal for Argentina. The match also marked his 200th Argentina appearance, and he contin…
Senegal lament lack of sharpness after 3-1 loss to France in New Jersey
Senegal lost 3-1 to France in New Jersey and local media blamed wasteful finishing. Reports said France dominated the second half, with Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise standing ou…
Mbappe stars as France beats Senegal in World Cup opener
France beat Senegal 3-1 in its 2026 World Cup opener, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice. His late stunner gave him 58 France goals and 14 World Cup goals, both historic milestones.
Referee explains why Mbappe was denied a penalty against Senegal
In France’s match against Senegal, Kylian Mbappe was felled in the box but no penalty was awarded. The referee reviewed the incident with VAR, then kept his original decision, say…
France Targets a Rare Third Straight World Cup Final
France will enter the 2026 World Cup chasing a third straight final, something only West Germany and Brazil have ever done. Didier Deschamps is leaving after the tournament, and h…
France’s World Cup fitness plan spotlights Mbappe’s defensive question
France’s World Cup training has focused on simple but intense running drills under Didier Deschamps. The article says Michael Olise has shone, while Kylian Mbappe remains under sc…
World Cup Day 6 brings heavyweight debuts and a Messi-Zidane storyline
The 2026 World Cup’s sixth day features France-Senegal, Iraq-Norway, Argentina-Algeria, and Austria-Jordan. France and Argentina enter as heavy favorites, while Iraq and Jordan se…
Ayman Hussein’s path from family tragedy to Iraq’s World Cup return
Iraq striker Ayman Hussein overcame his father’s murder by Al-Qaeda and his brother’s abduction by ISIS to reach the World Cup. He arrives after key goals for Iraq in the Olympics…