(Photo by THOMAS KIENZLE / AFP)Kylian Mbappé moved to within one goal of history as France secured a confident friendly victory over Brazil at Gillette Stadium. As reported by BBC Sport on Friday, the goal took Mbappé to 56 international strikes in just 95 appearances, leaving him one shy of Olivier Giroud’s long-standing national record of 57. France’s task became more difficult in the second half when defender Dayot Upamecano was sent off for a last-man foul on Brazil full-back Wesley just outside the penalty area. France’s task became more difficult in the second half when defender Dayot Upamecano was sent off for a last-man foul on Brazil full-back Wesley just outside the penalty area. The result underlined France’s depth and resilience, but the night ultimately belonged to Mbappé, who now stands on the brink of becoming his country’s all-time leading goalscorer, a milestone that appears only a matter of time.

Source: Punch March 27, 2026 10:32 UTC