World Cup top scorer: How will Messi, Mbappe, Kane Golden Boot race be decided?
The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot intensifies as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane emerge as the primary contenders for the top scorer title.
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The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot intensifies as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane emerge as the primary contenders for the top scorer title.
Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi are locked in a high-stakes competition for the Golden Boot as the 2026 World Cup approaches its conclusion.
Lionel Messi leads Argentina to a 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt to secure a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Kylian Mbappé moves within one goal of Lionel Messi for the Golden Boot following France's physical victory over Paraguay.
Lionel Messi reaches a 20-goal World Cup milestone and takes the Golden Boot lead following a narrow Argentina victory over Cape Verde.