2026 World Cup Golden Boot Race Heats Up (opens original article in a new tab)

The 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race is intensifying with Lionel Messi leading, followed by Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland, who both have four goals each. Haaland's two goals helped Norway advance to the last 32.

• Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race with five goals
• Erling Haaland scores two goals for Norway, bringing his total to four in two matches
• Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland are tied with four goals each in the race