Short Answer

Both the model and the market expect Kylian Mbappe to score 2+ goals, with no compelling evidence of mispricing. He has already scored 8 goals and is expected to play in at least one more match.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

This market shows a net upward trend, opening at 66.0% and trading at 80.0% as of July 11, 2026. The price action has been highly volatile and event-driven. A significant 20.0 percentage point drop from 77.0% to 57.0% occurred on July 8, driven by reports of a slight ankle injury sustained during the quarterfinal against Morocco. This decline was partially reversed by a 12.0 percentage point spike the following day, a rally attributed to Mbappé scoring his 8th goal of the tournament in that same match. A subsequent 14.0 percentage point spike on July 10 is noted as a statistical anomaly not connected to his performance.
Total volume of 10,273 contracts suggests active participation, though daily volume appears inconsistent. The price has established a wide trading range between 3.0% and 99.0%. Recent price action suggests a support level in the 57.0% to 63.0% range, which held during the injury scare, and potential resistance near the 88.0% level reached on July 10. Overall market sentiment remains positive, with the price consistently recovering from negative news. The current 80.0% probability indicates strong market expectation that Mbappé will achieve the goal total required for the contract to resolve to YES.
  • Since last update (~46h): Model probability for 9+ goals surged +41.7pp, flipping the edge (model-led).
  • The 8+ goals outcome resolved to "Yes", with both model and market reaching 100%.
  • Model's 10+ goals probability increased +26.0pp, flipping the edge while market moved +8.0pp.
  • The overall edge shifted dramatically by +10.3pp, moving from -8.2 to 2.1.
  • Mbappé, with 8 goals, is highly probable for 9+ total goals needing one more.
  • 10+ goals are achievable given two potential matches and Mbappé's multi-goal capacity.
  • Mbappé's minor ankle injury is not expected to affect his highly efficient scoring.

Current Context

Kylian Mbappé holds significant scoring records across his career. As of July 11, 2026, he has scored 483 goals in official matches across all club and international competitions [1][2]. In FIFA World Cup history, Mbappé has recorded 20 goals, placing him one goal short of Lionel Messi's all-time record [3][4]. His performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup includes 8 goals and 3 assists, totaling 11 goal involvements as of July 11, 2026 [5]. Mbappé has made 20 appearances in the FIFA World Cup, establishing him as the French outfield player with the most appearances in the tournament, and he holds the outright record for most World Cup match-winning goals with eight [5]. He is 27 years and 201 days old as of July 10, 2026, and plays for Real Madrid [5].
Mbappé's fitness remains key as France progresses in the World Cup. He sustained a minor ankle injury during France's 2026 World Cup quarterfinal win against Morocco on July 9, 2026 [6][7][8]. Despite this, he is expected to be fit for the upcoming semifinal [6][7][8]. Expert opinion, including from Arsene Wenger, identifies France as a primary favorite to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Spain cited as their strongest competition [9].
Sources (9)
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  4. 4How many World Cup goals Kylian Mbappe has now... - USA Todayusatoday.com
  5. 5France reach 8th World Cup semi-final as Mbappé starssofascore.com
  6. 6Kylian Mbappe Injury: France Star Provides Update After Fitness Scare vs. Moroccosi.com
  7. 7Didier Deschamps Provides Update on Kylian Mbappé's Injury Scare | beIN SPORTSbeinsports.com
  8. 8World Cup injury tracker: Mbappe latest, Henderson freak arm break...independent.co.uk
  9. 9Arsene Wenger Backs Kylian Mbappe's France to Win FIFA World Cup 2026 - Rediff Sportsrediff.com

2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Significant Price Movements

Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.

Outcome: 9+ goals

📈 July 10, 2026: 14.0pp spike

Price increased from 74.0% to 88.0%

What happened: The provided research indicates that the "14.0 percentage point spike" mentioned in the market context for Kylian Mbappé's total goals on July 10, 2026, is not associated with his performance or a goal count spike for this specific market [1]. Instead, this figure is noted as a common statistical metric in other prediction market contexts, such as USMNT group stage goals or economic policy forecasts [1]. Therefore, based on the available information, there is no evidence of the described market movement for "Kylian Mbappe: Total Goals" on July 10, 2026, and consequently, no identifiable primary driver.

📉 July 08, 2026: 20.0pp drop

Price decreased from 77.0% to 57.0%

What happened: The primary driver for the 20.0 percentage point drop in the "Kylian Mbappe: Total Goals" market for "9+ goals" on July 8, 2026, was the news of Kylian Mbappe suffering an injury. During the match against Morocco on July 8, 2026, Mbappe sustained a "slight" ankle injury in the 76th minute, leading to his substitution [2][3]. This event, directly impacting his future goal-scoring potential, would cause a significant reassessment of his likelihood to reach nine or more goals. Social media activity, such as the 'Mbappe Special' meme, was unrelated to his goal count or this market movement [4]. This traditional news event of his injury was the primary driver.

Outcome: 10+ goals

📈 July 09, 2026: 20.0pp spike

Price increased from 40.0% to 60.0%

What happened: On July 9, 2026, the primary driver for the 20.0 percentage point spike in the "Kylian Mbappe: Total Goals" market was Mbappé scoring his 8th goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in France's quarterfinal victory over Morocco [5][2][6][7][8]. This performance brought him within two goals of the "10+ goals" outcome, significantly increasing its perceived likelihood as France advanced to the semi-finals [5][2][9][10]. While there was social media activity regarding racist remarks and resurfacing memes [11][12][13], these narratives were general engagement drivers and did not directly influence the market's assessment of his goal-scoring potential. Therefore, social media was mostly noise for this specific price movement.

📈 July 06, 2026: 12.0pp spike

Price increased from 33.0% to 45.0%

What happened: The provided research indicates no evidence for a 12.0 percentage point spike in the "Kylian Mbappé: Total Goals" prediction market for "10+ goals" on July 6, 2026 [14][15]. On July 4, 2026, Mbappé scored his seventh goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and as of July 11, 2026, he remained at seven goals, well below the "10+ goals" outcome [16][17][18][19][20]. Social media activity during early July 2026 focused on unrelated "Mbappé Special" and "Dictator Mbappé" memes, not predictions or reports of him nearing double-digit goals [4][13][21][22][23]. Therefore, no primary driver can be identified, as the stated market movement lacks substantiation from the available information.

📈 July 05, 2026: 46.0pp spike

Price increased from 1.0% to 47.0%

What happened: On July 5, 2026, Kylian Mbappé had accumulated a total of seven goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having scored one goal in France's victory over Paraguay on July 4 [24][19][20][25]. This performance directly contradicts the market outcome of "10+ goals," and the provided research indicates the described 46.0 percentage point price spike is unrelated to any factual record of Mbappé's goal-scoring at that time [26][27]. Therefore, no credible primary driver, including social media activity, can be identified for this stated market movement, rendering social media trends like "Dictator Mbappé" or "Mbappé Special" irrelevant to such a goal-scoring prediction [13][4].
Sources (27)
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  2. 2Kylian Mbappé scores eighth World Cup goal before leaving with 'slight' ankle injury - Sportsnet.casportsnet.ca
  3. 3Kylian Mbappé scores his 8th World Cup goal before leaving game with a 'slight' ankle injury - ABC Newsabcnews.com
  4. 4Mbappé Special | Know Your Memeknowyourmeme.com
  5. 5Mbappé, France lethal vs. Morocco in reaching World Cup semifinals - ESPNespn.com.au
  6. 6Kylian Mbappe produces a copy & paste performance as his World Cup battle with Lionel Messi continues to produce magic | Football News | Sky Sportsskysports.com
  7. 7Kylian Mbappe Sends 3-Word Message After France Beat Morocco at World Cup - Newsweeknewsweek.com
  8. 8France 2-0 Morocco | Match report & highlightsfifa.com
  9. 9Mbappe strikes after missed penalty as France wins | beIN SPORTSbeinsports.com
  10. 10France 2-0 Morocco: Mbappe scores, assists and sees penalty saved in quarter-final winfotmob.com
  11. 11France's Kylian Mbappé condemns 'despicable' Paraguayan senator over racist remarks | Euronewseuronews.com
  12. 12Kylian Mbappe blasts Paraguayan senator over racist social media postdeccanherald.com
  13. 13Dictator Mbappe memes, explained: Why Kylian Mbappe is called 'The Dictator' as photos go viral | Sporting Newssportingnews.com
  14. 14World Cup Golden Boot: Messi to Kane, Sofascore Ratingsofascore.com
  15. 15Haaland vs Brazil: Sofascore Rating, Golden Bootsofascore.com
  16. 16FIFA World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappe of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi - The Economic Timeseconomictimes.indiatimes.com
  17. 17Football: Mbappe delivers: Striker’s crucial second-half spot-kick helpsgdnonline.com
  18. 18All Kylian Mbappe's Goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup | beIN SPORTSbeinsports.com
  19. 19Paraguay 0-1 France | Match report & highlightsfifa.com
  20. 20Paraguay 0-1 France Stats: Mbappé Penalty Seals Quarter-Final Berth After Bruising World Cup Bout | Opta Analysttheanalyst.com
  21. 21Dictator Mbappe meme, explained: Why it's taking over the World Cup?ftw.usatoday.com
  22. 22Why Kylian Mbappe is called 'The Dictator' as photos go viralsports.yahoo.com
  23. 23Kylian "Mobutu" Mbappé: 'Les Bleus' embrace the trend at the World...france24.com
  24. 24Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguaykalb.com
  25. 25Les Bleus show a different side | Paraguay 0-1 France | FIFA World Cup 2026fifa.com
  26. 26Mbappé vs Paraguay: World Cup stats, Sofascore Ratingsofascore.com
  27. 27Spike Brits stats, ratings and goalssofascore.com

4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

Contract details not available.

Market Discussion

Kylian Mbappé has a career total of 483 goals as of July 9, 2026, and has become France's all-time leading goalscorer with 58 goals as of June 2026 [1][2]. During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, he scored 8 goals in 6 matches as of July 10, 2026, bringing his total World Cup goals to 20 as of July 2026, with media focus on his performance and rivalry with Lionel Messi [3][4][5][6]. Prediction markets indicate a low probability (approximately 4%) that he will leave Real Madrid before August 31, 2026, suggesting stability in his club situation [7][8].

Sources (8)
  1. 1Kylian Mbappéen.wikipedia.org
  2. 2France 3-1 Senegal Stats: Kylian Mbappé Hits Brace to Move Closer...theanalyst.com
  3. 3Kylian Mbappe produces a copy & paste performance as his World Cup battle with Lionel Messi continues to produce magic | Football News | Sky Sportsskysports.com
  4. 4Kylian Mbappe has last laugh after turning deafening Morocco whistles to silence in World Cup - The Mirror USthemirror.com
  5. 5Though he found the back of the net later in the match... - Instagraminstagram.com
  6. 6Most FIFA World Cup Goals: The Top Scorers | Opta Analysttheanalyst.com
  7. 7Will Kylian Mbappe leave Real Madrid before August 31? Pr... 2026 | Polymarketpolymarket.com
  8. 8Will Kylian Mbappe leave Real Madrid before Aug… 92% No · Polymarketexplorer.struct.to

5. Trader Dashboard

This scorecard was computed Jul 11, 2026 and may not reflect current market conditions.

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No significant move: |move| 0.06 log-odds, 1.0c, vol 12

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6. How might Kylian Mbappé's recent ankle injury affect his performance and goal-scoring opportunities in the remaining 2026 World Cup matches?

Injury DateJuly 9, 2026 [1]
Injury SeverityMinor ankle injury [1][2][3][4][5]
2026 World Cup Goals8 goals (leads Golden Boot standings) [6][7]
Kylian Mbappé's ankle injury is considered minor with no impact. He sustained the injury during France's 2-0 quarterfinal victory over Morocco on July 9, 2026 [1]. Both Mbappé, who stated "Everything is OK," and coach Didier Deschamps indicated the injury was not severe [1][2][3][4]. Deschamps confirmed it was a slight issue not expected to prevent Mbappé from participating in the upcoming semifinal match scheduled for July 14, 2026 [1][5]. As of July 11, 2026, there have been no further reports suggesting this ankle injury is affecting his status in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and he remains an active player [8][9].
Mbappé's strong tournament performance should continue unaffected. He has been a standout performer in the 2026 World Cup, leading the Golden Boot standings with 8 goals to date and playing a crucial role in France's attacking lineup [6][7][10][9]. Based on the reassurances from Mbappé and his coach regarding the minor nature of the injury, and the absence of reports suggesting any impact as of July 11, 2026, it is anticipated that the injury will have a minimal effect on his performance or goal-scoring opportunities in France's remaining 2026 World Cup matches [1][5][8][9]. This includes the semifinal on July 14, 2026, and a potential final on July 19, 2026 [11][12][13].
Sources (13)
  1. 1Kylian Mbappe downplays ankle injury after France secure World Cup semifinal spot: 'Everything is OK' - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  2. 2Kylian Mbappe dismisses injury fears after quarter-final victoryrte.ie
  3. 3France star Kylian Mbappe opens up on injury worry after...nypost.com
  4. 4Kylian Mbappe Gives Injury Update After France's 2026 FIFA World...bleacherreport.com
  5. 5World Cup injury tracker: Mbappe latest, Henderson freak arm break...independent.co.uk
  6. 6FIFA World Cup 2026 stats: Mbappe tops Messi (again), breaks...espn.com
  7. 7Kylian Mbappe | France | FIFA World Cup 2026fifa.com
  8. 8France's road so far | FIFA World Cup 2026fifa.com
  9. 9Mbappe and Dembele equal Ronaldo and Rivaldo's Brazil goal haulfifa.com
  10. 10Paraguay v France | World Cup Round of 16 | Match previewfifa.com
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  12. 12Matches | FIFA World Cup 2026™fifa.com
  13. 132026 FIFA World Cup - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org

7. What do historical scoring statistics from past World Cups indicate about the likelihood of a Golden Boot leader, like Mbappé, scoring in the semifinal and final stages?

Mbapp\u00e9 World Cup Knockout Goals10 (record) [1]
Mbapp  [7][8] Mbapp  / Gay 2026 Golden Boot Odds44-48% (as of July 11, 2026) [2][3]
2026 World Cup Finalists GamesUp to 8 games [4][5]
Historical scoring statistics indicate that a Golden Boot leader scoring in the semifinal and final stages is a strong likelihood, often proving decisive in close races, though it is not a strict requirement for winning the award [4][6]. Golden Boot winners frequently emerge from teams that advance to the semifinals or final, as reaching these later stages provides additional matches crucial for accumulating high goal totals [4][7]. The expanded 2026 World Cup format, featuring 48 teams, further supports this trend by allowing finalists to play up to eight games, significantly increasing the potential scoring ceiling compared to previous tournaments [4][5].
Kylian Mbappé is a prominent contender in the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race. Prediction markets estimate his probability of winning at approximately 44-48% as of July 11, 2026 [2][3]. Mbappé holds the record for the most World Cup knockout stage goals with 10 and notably scored a hat-trick in the 2022 World Cup final, demonstrating his exceptional capacity to perform in critical, late-tournament matches [1][8][6]. He continues to show high efficiency in the current 2026 World Cup, maintaining a strong goal-to-xG performance (+2.01) and reinforcing his consistent impact in crucial stages [8][9].
Sources (9)
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  2. 2Will Kylian Mbappe be the top goalscorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? — 46% Odds | OddsShiftoddsshift.com
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  4. 4World Cup 2026 Report: The Profile of a Top Goalscoreracrosstheleagues.co.uk
  5. 5Kylian Mbappe World Cup Golden Boot Odds, Analysis and Prediction | FanDuel Researchfanduel.com
  6. 6World Cup Golden Boot Betting Explained | FanDuel Researchfanduel.com
  7. 72026 World Cup Golden Boot tracker: Will Messi, Mbappé, or other...espn.com
  8. 8Mbappé hits 5+ in two World Cups, leads knockouts - Sofascoresofascore.com
  9. 9World Cup xG overperformers and Sofascore Ratingsofascore.com

8. How does Mbappé's goal-scoring efficiency for Real Madrid in the 2025-26 season compare to his performance for France in the 2026 World Cup?

World Cup 2026 Minutes per Goal~63 minutes per goal [1]
Real Madrid 2025-26 Minutes per Goal~104 minutes per goal [1]
World Cup 2026 Goals8 goals (as of July 10, 2026) [2][3]
Kylian Mbappé demonstrated superior goal-scoring efficiency for France compared to Real Madrid. His efficiency in the 2026 World Cup averaged approximately 63 minutes per goal, which was considerably more efficient than his Real Madrid club season average of about 104 minutes per goal during the 2025-26 season [1].
His goal tallies differed significantly across the two competitions. For Real Madrid in the 2025-26 season, Mbappé recorded 25 goals [4][5]. In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, he scored 8 goals as of July 10, 2026 [2][3]. By the quarter-final stage of the tournament, he had netted 7 goals, increasing his career total World Cup goals to 20 [6][7][8].
Sources (8)
  1. 1Kylian Mbappé Stats - Goals, xG, Assists & Career Stats | FootyStatsfootystats.org
  2. 2Kylian Mbappé becomes the most productive player in a single World Cup edition since 1970 | MARCAmarca.com
  3. 3Kylian Mbappe produces a copy & paste performance as his World Cup battle with Lionel Messi continues to produce magic | Football News | Sky Sportsskysports.com
  4. 4Kylian Mbappé - stats, career and market value - FotMobfotmob.com
  5. 5Kylian Mbappé:: 2025/2026 - Real Madrid - Player Profile & Statsplaymakerstats.com
  6. 6Kylian Mbappe | Stats & Records | FIFA World Cup™fifa.com
  7. 7Kylian Mbappe leads by example | France-Morocco - FIFAfifa.com
  8. 8Paraguay 0-1 France | Match report & highlights - FIFAfifa.com

9. What percentage of France's total goals and shots on target in the 2026 World Cup has Kylian Mbappé been directly responsible for?

Mbappé 2026 World Cup Goals8 goals (as of July 10, 2026) [1]
Mbappé 2026 World Cup Assists3 assists (as of July 10, 2026) [1]
Mbappé 2026 World Cup Shots on TargetAt least 4 shots on target [2]
Determining Mbappé's exact contribution percentage is not currently possible. The precise percentage of France's total goals and shots on target in the 2026 World Cup for which Kylian Mbappé has been directly responsible cannot be determined from the available information. This is because comprehensive aggregate team data for France's total shots on target and goals across the entire tournament is not explicitly cited in the reports as of July 11, 2026 [1][3][4].
Mbappé has achieved significant individual scoring and assisting records. As of July 10, 2026, Kylian Mbappé had scored 8 goals and provided 3 assists in the 2026 FIFA World Cup [1]. Earlier, by June 25, 2026, he had already scored 4 goals [3][2][4]. Based on his 4 goals scored from 1.99 expected goals (xG) and reports of "ruthless" clinical finishing, Kylian Mbappé has recorded at least 4 shots on target in the 2026 World Cup [2].
Sources (4)
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  2. 2World Cup xG overperformers and Sofascore Ratingsofascore.com
  3. 3Kylian Mbappe | Stats & Records | FIFA World Cup™fifa.com
  4. 4Kylian Mbappe | France | FIFA World Cup 2026fifa.com

10. How does Kylian Mbappé's goal-scoring rate in the 2026 World Cup compare to Lionel Messi's and Miroslav Klose's performances in their record-setting tournaments?

Kylian Mbappé career World Cup goals20 goals (as of July 11, 2026) [1][2][3][4]
Miroslav Klose career World Cup goals record16 goals (achieved 2002-2014) [3][4]
Lionel Messi career World Cup goals20 goals (as of June 2026) [5]
Kylian Mbappé has recently achieved a significant World Cup scoring milestone. As of July 11, 2026, he has accumulated 20 career goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose's previous all-time record of 16 goals across four tournaments [1][2][3][4]. In the ongoing 2026 World Cup, Mbappé has already scored 6 goals as of July 11, 2026, maintaining a career tournament goals-per-game ratio of 1.0 as of July 1, 2026 [1][2][6].
Lionel Messi also boasts an impressive World Cup goal tally. He reached 20 career World Cup goals as of June 2026 [5]. During the 2022 World Cup, Messi scored 7 goals in 7 matches, concluding that tournament with 13 career World Cup goals [7][8][9].
Miroslav Klose's previous record was based on his career total. His 16 goals were established across four tournaments from 2002 to 2014, with his 16th goal notably scored during Germany's 7-1 semi-final victory against Brazil in 2014 [3][4][10]. The available information does not specify Klose's goal-scoring rate in any single tournament considered his "record-setting" performance, as his record is a cumulative career total [3][4][10].
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  3. 3All Miroslav Klose's record 16 World Cup goals - FIFAfifa.com
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  10. 10King Klose and his victory record - FIFAfifa.com

11. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

Kylian Mbappé has scored 8 goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as of July 11, 2026, matching his total from the 2022 tournament [1][2]. He recorded 11 direct goal involvements (8 goals, 3 assists) in the 2026 World Cup at the quarter-final stage [1][2]. Prediction markets, including Kalshi, Polymarket, and Coinbase, feature contracts on Mbappé reaching 10 or more goals in the 2026 World Cup tournament [3][4][5]. Expert analyses consistently position Mbappé as a primary candidate for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot due to his historical tournament performance and ongoing form [6][7].
Bullish catalysts for Mbappé's performance include his tactical freedom with France compared to Real Madrid [8][1][2]. Bearish factors previously centered on club form criticism and perceived attitude issues earlier in the 2026 calendar year [8][1][2]. During the 2025/2026 club season for Real Madrid, Mbappé scored 42 goals in 44 matches across all competitions, including 25 goals in LaLiga [9][10][11][12]. He recorded 43 goals across all competitions for club and national team prior to the 2026 World Cup [13][14]. The 2026/2027 LaLiga season for Real Madrid is scheduled to commence on August 16, 2026 [15].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: August 02, 2026
  • Closes: August 02, 2026
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  2. 2Why Real Madrid Mbappe and World Cup Mbappe feel like two different players despite the same ruthless numbers – On Field News- Sports news live from the groundonfieldnews.com
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  8. 8French team: the total transformation of Kylian Mbappéfrenchfootballweekly.com
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  15. 15Real Madrid - Schedule 26/27 | Transfermarkttransfermarkt.com

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14. Historical Resolutions

Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series

Outcomes: 7 resolved YES, 13 resolved NO

Recent resolutions:

  • KXWCGOALCOUNT-26LMESSI10-8: YES (Jul 07, 2026)
  • KXWCGOALCOUNT-26VINI7-7: NO (Jul 05, 2026)
  • KXWCGOALCOUNT-26VINI7-6: NO (Jul 05, 2026)
  • KXWCGOALCOUNT-26VINI7-5: NO (Jul 05, 2026)
  • KXWCGOALCOUNT-26VINI7-4: YES (Jun 24, 2026)