Lionel Messi’s bid to write another chapter of football history appears to be alive and kicking in what will be his final World Cup. After Argentina’s 2-1 win against England secured their position for the July 19, 2026 final against Spain, the race for the coveted Golden Boot has also taken a dramatic turn.
Kylian Mbappé had been topping the scoring charts till now, but Messi climbed the standings with two assists after the semifinal. However, that doesn’t secure the Argentine football superstar’s fate just yet. Ahead of Sunday’s match, here’s a look at the top four contenders heading into the final weekend.
Meet the top four scorers in the FIFA World Cup 2026 leading the Golden Boot race
The Adidas Golden Boot is awarded to the player with the most goals at the FIFA World Cup. If two or more players finish level on goals, the tiebreaker is decided by assists, followed by fewer minutes played if necessary.
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