The 2026 FIFA World Cup was the stage for new historic milestones this Tuesday (17). Amid standout performances, stars Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi reached remarkable scoring marks in World Cup history.

Kylian Mbappé took his place in France's record books on Tuesday night in East Rutherford, New Jersey, scoring twice in Les Bleus' 3-1 Group I win over Senegal and moving clear of Olivier Giroud as the country's all-time leading scorer.

Messi, Mbappe and Haaland all shattered milestones on a remarkable World Cup night. Now Ronaldo steps in with a chance to make six-tournament scoring history for Portugal.

Harry Kane begins pursuit of Messi, Mbappe and the World Cup’s Golden Boot in the form of his life - Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all scored multiple goals in their opening World Cup

Watch BBC One coverage, listen to BBC Radio 5 Live commentary, follow text and score updates and track the latest match stats as France take on Senegal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group I match at New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States.