France's coach, Didier Deschamps, expressed his appreciation for Kylian Mbappe after the team's decisive victory against Sweden, with a score of 3-0, in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Mbappe, the team captain, had a remarkable performance, scoring two goals and reaching a total of 18 goals in World Cup competitions, getting closer to Lionel Messi's record. With these two goals, he also became the most efficient scorer in the history of the tournament's knockout stages, surpassing Brazilian legends Ronaldo and Leonidas. In the 85th minute, Deschamps substituted Mbappe and made two bows in a sign of respect. At the end of the match, Mbappe emphasized the team's unity and the support he offers to his teammates, stating that he will never be alone.
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