Kylian Mbappé has etched his name into World Cup history by becoming the player with the most knockout-stage goals in the tournament's history. The Real Madrid forward and France captain reached the milestone during the quarter-finals of the 2026 edition.
Mbappé's tally stands at 11 knockout-stage goals, breaking the previous record held by multiple players. His latest match-winning display reinforced his standing as one of football's greatest performers when the stakes are highest.
Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazário shares second place with Leônidas da Silva, both having scored eight goals in World Cup knockout matches. Just Fontaine of France, Brazil's Vavá, Czechoslovakia's Oldřich Nejedlý and Pelé all sit fourth with seven goals each.
Eusébio of Portugal occupies eighth place with six knockout-stage goals. György Sárosi of Hungary and England's Gary Lineker round out the top 10, also with six goals apiece.
The 2026 World Cup has delivered record-breaking performances throughout the tournament. With France still in contention for the title, Mbappé has the chance to extend his historic tally even further.
