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Kylian Mbappe Surpasses 68YO French Legend, as PSG Star’s Brace Powers France’s Win Against the Netherlands

Published 10/14/2023, 4:09 AM EDT

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Kylian Mbappe achieved a new pinnacle in his career with a dazzling performance against the Netherlands. France clinched their spot in Euro 2024 following an emphatic victory in this qualifier fixture. Meanwhile, PSG’s superstar surpassed a French legend’s record with his remarkable brace in the game. The Parisian forward’s performance reflected his exceptional standards that contributed to reaching such a significant milestone!

The Frenchman found the back of the net against the Dutch after a four-match scoreless streak in the domestic fixtures. Nevertheless, the 24-year-old sensation is edging closer to being the greatest goal scorer of his nation in only these early stages of his career.

Kylian Mbappe has reached yet another milestone!

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The former- Monaco forward eclipsed the Juventus legend Michel Platini to become France’s fourth-highest goal scorer. Kylian Mbappe netted 42 international goals to reach the milestone that was previously held by the 68-year-old icon. The PSG star is just 10 goals away from overtaking Thierry Henry’s tally of 52 goals. He is also 13 goals short of being France’s leading goal-scorer of all time. The French talisman’s attacking prowess has played a pivotal role in hitting this milestone so early in his career.

Kylian Mbappe’s historical record came as France secured qualification in Euro 2024 after their victory against the Netherlands. FIFA’s 2 ranked team, along with Belgium and Portugal, are the first to advance to the final round, including the host, Germany. Furthermore, the former World Champions made an emphatic statement right from the opening minutes against the Dutch.

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France defeats the Dutch in Euro 2024 qualifiers

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The 2022 World Cup runners-up maintained an impressive six-game winning streak during the qualifiers. France advances to the main round in Germany, finishing at the top of Group B with 18 points. They triumphed 2-1 victory against the injury-plagued Dutch in this crucial encounter at Johan Cruijff Arena.

Kylian Mbappe made the scoresheet with a well-executed volley in the seventh minute from Jonathan Clauss’ accurate cross. The Frenchman doubled the lead in the eighth minute of the second half with an emphatic curled strike into the top corner from a considerable distance. The Netherlands managed to reduce the scoreline with a goal by Quilindschy Hartman, but wasn’t enough to win the game. Consequently, France will host Scotland on October 17 and look to continue their winning form.

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Prabuddha is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports. Growing up watching the sagacious Manchester United where legends like Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes shone, Prabuddha has been an admirer of the EPL giants, and looks forward to the new era stars like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford as the torch bearers. Keen follower of the game, he values weaving his articles with facts, analysis and captivating narratives.
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