Kylian Mbappé is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for La Liga club Real Madrid and captains the France national team. Widely considered one of the best players in the world, he is known for his dribbling, speed, and finishing ability. He began his professional career with Monaco, where he won the Ligue 1 title in the 2016–17 season. In 2017, he joined Paris Saint-Germain on an initial loan, which was made permanent in 2018 for a fee worth €180 million. During his time at PSG, he became the club's all-time top goalscorer and won numerous domestic trophies. Mbappé made his senior international debut for France in 2017 at the age of 18. He played a pivotal role in France's victory at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, becoming the second teenager after Pelé to score in a World Cup final. He also finished as the top scorer and won the Golden Boot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where France reached the final. In 2024, he completed a high-profile transfer to Real Madrid. Throughout his career, he has been named to the FIFA FIFPRO World 11 multiple times. He is frequently cited as a global icon of the sport and one of the most influential athletes of his generation.