Kylian Mbappe is competing in his third World Cup, having helped France reach two consecutive finals, including winning the 2018 title over Croatia and finishing runners-up in 2022 to Lionel Messi’s Argnetina.
At this tournament, Mbappe and France will play the first match of the knockout stages on Tuesday, but will Mbappe be available?
Here’s everything you need to know about Mbappe’s status for France’s Round of 16 match against Sweden on Tuesday at New York-New Jersey Stadium:
Is Kylian Mbappe playing today?
Kylian Mbappe from France scored two goals in the match with Iraq | 2026 FIFA World Cup™
Mbappe has played in all three of France’s 2026 World Cup matches so far and will play in the fourth match of the round of 16 on Tuesday. The France captain suffered a hamstring injury late in the La Liga season and made just 16 appearances for Real Madrid, but was fit and active throughout the World Cup.
Did Kylian Mbappe score at the World Cup?
Frenchman Kylian Mbappe scores a weak goal to take the lead against Iraq | 2026 FIFA World Cup™
Mbappe scored four goals at the 2026 World Cup, second only to Argentina’s Lionel Messi (six goals) among all players in the tournament. Mbappe also became France’s all-time top goalscorer in World Cup history and not only second to Messi at the 2026 World Cup, but also second all-time in the tournament behind Messi with 16 to 19.
How to watch the match between France and Sweden
- When: Tuesday, June 30, 5:00 pm ET
- Where: New York New Jersey Stadium
- TV: FOX
- Broadcast: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, Fox Sports