🔥 Trending Kylian Mbappe's Age: How Old is the French Football Star?

Kylian Mbappé was born on December 20, 1998, which means he is currently 27 years old as of July 18, 2026.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Mbappé's talent was recognized early, and he quickly rose through the ranks of professional football. He is known for his exceptional speed and goal-scoring ability as an attacker ¹.

World Cup Achievements

Mbappé has already made a significant impact on the FIFA World Cup stage:

• In 2022, he became the first player in football history to score four goals in his World Cup finals appearances ¹.
• As of the 2026 World Cup, he is playing in his third tournament ⁶.
• He has surpassed Miroslav Klose's record for most World Cup goals, with 19 goals as of July 18, 2026, making him the top scorer in World Cup history ⁶.
• Mbappé recently broke the all-time record for goals at the tournament with his 22nd career FIFA World Cup goal ⁵.
• He has also tied Lionel Messi with 21 career World Cup goals ⁴.
• He is set to play his 22nd World Cup match, setting a new record ⁸.

Future Outlook

Given his age, Mbappé is expected to continue playing at a high level for many years. He will be 31 years old by the time the 2030 World Cup takes place ².