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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Kylian Mbappe or Lionel Messi? ITV pundit issues verdict on who is the better player

Kylian Mbappe Lionel Messi Patrick Vieira
  • Patrick Vieira has declared Kylian Mbappe to be a better player than Lionel Messi .
  • Mbappe is currently in exceptional form for France at World Cup 2026 , leading the Golden Boot race with eight goals.
  • His strong performance for the national team follows a challenging season with Real Madrid .
  • Vieira compared Mbappe to legendary French forward Thierry Henry , noting Mbappe's superior speed and ability to score in tight spaces.
  • Mbappe himself has stated his focus is on France's success in the tournament rather than individual goal tallies or comparisons with Messi.

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Kylian Mbappe is better than Lionel Messi, claims Patrick Vieira

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