Kylian Mbappe and others can still contend for Golden Boot
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Goals scored in the World Cup third place play-off will count toward the Golden Boot tally. Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Harry Kane, and Jude Bellingham are among the players who can increase their goal count in Saturday's match between England and France. This follows their semi-final exits. The Golden Boot race remains competitive, with Mbappe tied with Lionel Messi at eight goals, but Messi leads due to assists. Historical context shows that goals in the third place play-off have previously impacted Golden Boot outcomes for several players.
- •Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi both have eight goals.
- •The third place play-off is on Saturday.
- •England faces France for the third place match.
- •Mbappe currently trails Messi due to assists.
- •Historic winners have benefited from third place goals.
- 8:30 AMBBC Football — Does third place play-off count towards World Cup golden boot?
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into the history of World Cup golden boot winners and the third-place play-off
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