Messi and Mbappé tied atop 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race; Kane close behind
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé have the same number of goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race, while Harry Kane trails by one goal.
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé are tied in goals as the leading scorers in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race, according to multiple sources. The Times of India reported that both players are the race’s leading scorers.
The Times of India also reported that England forward Harry Kane has scored five goals in the tournament, placing him one goal behind Messi and Mbappé in the Golden Boot race. Additionally, the outlet noted that Kane has moved past Pelé on the all‑time World Cup scoring list.
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