Kylian Mbappé did more than score a brace against Senegal (3-1) to secure victory for France in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The French captain also stunned fans with the sheer power of his second goal.
What a strike! While Mbappé may have lost a little of his top sprinting speed over the years, his shooting power remains extraordinary. According to data from the Connected Ball Technology used in the official adidas Trionda match ball, his winning effort was recorded at 121.2 km/h. A true rocket that left the Senegal goalkeeper with absolutely no chance.
Mbappé’s Record-Breaking World Cup Start
The strike is currently the second-fastest goal recorded at the 2026 World Cup, further highlighting the explosive qualities of the Real Madrid superstar.
Beyond the speed, the goal also carried historic significance. Thanks to his brace, Mbappé reached 58 goals for France, surpassing Olivier Giroud to become the all-time leading scorer in the history of the national team.
With this supersonic finish, Mbappé has made the perfect start to his World Cup campaign and is already reinforcing his status as one of the tournament’s biggest stars and leading contenders to leave a lasting mark on the competition.
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