Kylian Mbappe moved to within one goal of France’s all-time scoring record as France national football team secured a 2-1 victory over Brazil national football team in an international friendly at Gillette Stadium.
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The Paris Saint-Germain forward scored his 56th international goal in the 32nd minute, calmly lifting the ball over goalkeeper Ederson after being set up by Ousmane Dembele. He now trails Olivier Giroud’s record of 57 goals by just one strike.
Mbappe, making his second start since returning from injury, was substituted in the 66th minute after a lively first-half performance in which he created multiple chances.
France extended their lead through Hugo Ekitike, who scored with a delicate chip in the 65th minute. Despite being reduced to 10 men after Dayot Upamecano was sent off, the hosts held on for victory.
Brazil responded with a goal from Bremer, but were unable to find an equaliser, with debutant Igor Thiago missing a late opportunity.
The Brazilian side, managed by Carlo Ancelotti, was without star forward Neymar due to fitness concerns.
With this result, Mbappe edges closer to becoming France’s all-time leading scorer, reinforcing his status as one of the game’s most prolific forwards.
