Kylian Mbappe Ranked 'the Top 6 Players in World Cup History' in Order - Lionel Messi 2nd

Kylian Mbappe Ranked 'the Top 6 Players in World Cup History' in Order centers on Mbappé’s own self-assessment among World Cup legends. The article says the French forward, now 27 and associated with Real Madrid, was asked by YouTuber Fiago to blind-rank six World Cup greats from best to worst ahead of the 2026 tournament. Mbappé selected Michel Platini in sixth, explaining he lowered him because Platini’s impact at the European Championship was greater. In fifth, Mbappé placed himself, claiming that in the World Cup he “did more than Platini.” He put Zinedine Zidane in fourth, Diego Maradona third, and Pelé second, noting Pelé’s status as the only player to win the competition three times and referencing Pelé’s “youngest World Cup winner” record. The top spot is framed as extremely close between Mbappé and Messi, with Mbappé stating Pelé is his No. 1.