Mbappe scores and assists vs Morocco, joins Messi in rare World Cup club

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Kylian Mbappe delivered a standout all-round performance against Morocco in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, scoring and providing an assist in the same match. His goal, his eighth of the tournament, came after he missed a penalty earlier in the game. Mbappe also set up Ousmane Dembele's second goal, helping France secure their place in the semifinals. With this feat, he joined Lionel Messi in an exclusive group of only four players in 60 years to achieve this milestone at the World Cup. France continue their defense of the title as they advance deeper into the competition.

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