Kylian Mbappé
Footballer; multiple-time Ligue 1 champion
Born
December 20th, 1998
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A prominent footballer emerged in the early 2010s. Achieved recognition with AS Monaco, winning the Ligue 1 title in 2017. Transferred to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 for a substantial fee and continued to excel in domestic and international fixtures. Played a crucial role in the French national team, winning the FIFA World Cup in 2018. Known for remarkable speed, technical skill, and goal-scoring ability, consistently ranks among the top players in the world.
Won FIFA World Cup in 2018 with France
Triumphed in Ligue 1 multiple times with PSG
Achieved UEFA Champions League runner-up with PSG
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