Against Senegal, Mbappé turns the page on a contested season at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappé scored a decisive brace in France's 3-1 win over Senegal on June 16, 2026 in East Rutherford, surpassing Olivier Giroud as France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals. The performance came after a season of criticism at Real Madrid, including an injury, a controversial trip to Italy, absence from the Clasico, and internal tensions with Vinicius Jr. An Odoxa poll showed 36% of fans wanted him benched before the World Cup. Mbappé said he seeks no revenge, playing for his country and loved ones.