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Lionel Messi eyes a third Golden Ball and a challenge to Kylian Mbappé for the Golden Boot as the 2026 World Cup final approaches.
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.