Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick in France’s 3-0 victory over Iraq, reaching 16 goals in his international career. This achievement ties him with Miroslav Klose for second place on the all-time World Cup goalscorers list. The match also marked Mbappé’s 100th appearance for the French national team. He now trails only Lionel Messi, who currently holds the record with the most World Cup goals. This performance highlights Mbappé’s continued progress and ambition to surpass Messi’s longstanding record. The game served as a strong showing for France as they continue preparations for future competitions. Mbappé’s recent form suggests he is well-positioned to challenge Messi’s position in the coming years.