The Heir to France’s Scoring Throne

Kylian Mbappé is on the verge of writing a new chapter in French football history. The Real Madrid striker is now just five short of equaling Olivier Giroud’s all-time record of 57 goals, set before the veteran retired from international duty in 2024. The chance to surpass Les Bleus’ top scorer has never been closer, and Mbappé made his intentions clear to the press: “Giroud’s record? I think I’ll break it, but I don’t know when… maybe tomorrow, who knows?”

France will face Azerbaijan at the Parc des Princes, the perfect stage for Mbappé to inch closer, or even surpass the record. If history repeats itself, it could be a memorable night: the last time these two nations met, in 1995, France won 10–0.

A Record That Could Fall Any Moment

Despite the growing anticipation, Mbappé remains calm and collected. “I’m not breaking any taboo by saying I can score against anyone,” he said with a grin at Thursday’s press conference. “But the most important thing is to win and help the team qualify for the World Cup. The record will come naturally, when it happens, I’ll be happy and move on.”

Having played 48 fewer games than Giroud, Mbappé’s numbers are already remarkable. He averages nearly a goal per game for Les Bleus and has scored in almost every major competition. Didier Deschamps has full confidence in his captain, who has now become the face of the French national team both on and off the pitch.

Between Personal Ambition and Team Responsibility

Mbappé also addressed his mindset and his commitment to France despite concerns from Real Madrid about a recent ankle issue. “Clubs are always worried about injuries, and that’s normal. But I spoke with Madrid, everything was clear. I have something in my ankle, but I said I wanted to play there was no argument,” he revealed.

His statement reinforced his image as a determined leader. For Mbappé, breaking Giroud’s record is not the end goal, it’s part of a larger mission to lead France to another World Cup. Les Bleus currently top their qualifying group with maximum points, and Mbappé has been decisive in recent victories over Ukraine and Iceland.

Confidence, Records, and the Legacy of a Star

Beyond the numbers, Mbappé exudes a quiet confidence that sets him apart. “It’s something that will happen naturally. I’m not in a rush. When it happens, I’ll enjoy it and then look for the next challenge,” he said. His maturity and drive make it clear: this is a player built for history.

French fans are already dreaming of the moment their captain becomes the nation’s all-time leading scorer. And if it happens in Paris, in front of a roaring home crowd, it will be a night that lives forever in football folklore.