Kylian Mbappé, the captain of the French national team, continues to make history in French football. On Saturday evening, during the Madrid derby against Atlético Madrid, Mbappé scored an equalizer in the 50th minute, securing a 1-1 draw for his team. This goal marked a significant milestone, as it brought his total career goal contributions (goals plus assists) to 500, making him the youngest player in history to reach this achievement at just 26 years old.
In terms of career goals across all competitions, Mbappé has now scored 313 goals, equaling the legendary Michel Platini. This accomplishment places him among the top French goal scorers in history within the five major European leagues. The current top French goal scorers are:
1. Karim Benzema: 489 goals
2. Thierry Henry: 411 goals
3. Roger Courtois: 364 goals
4. André-Pierre Gignac: 363 goals
5. Bafétimbi Gomis: 361 goals
6. Michel Platini: 354 goals
7. Kylian Mbappé: 354 goals
Mbappé’s rapid ascent in both goal scoring and overall contributions underscores his exceptional talent and solidifies his status as a l
iving legend in football.