India, July 2 -- George Weah rejected comparisons between Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal, claiming that the Frenchman is 'far superior'. Weah's statement came after France's 3-0 victory against Sweden in their Round of 32 fixture at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The 1995 Ballon d'Or winner was in the stadium in New Jersey during the match as Mbappe scored a brace, joining Lionel Messi at the top of the Golden Boot race with six goals.

Speaking to Spanish television show El Chiringuito, Weah hailed Mbappe, saying, "He's a phenomenon."

"He's truly a very good player and a very good goalscorer."

Since Yamal's rise, the Barcelona sensation has been heralded as Lionel Messi's successor in the Catalan club. The 18-year-old has also been ...