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Kylian Mbappe leads Golden Boot race despite France's loss to England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:25 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Kylian Mbappe leads Golden Boot race despite France's loss to England

Summary

Kylian Mbappe scored twice but France suffered a 4-6 defeat to England in the FIFA World Cup third-place match on July 18, 2026. His goals moved him to the top of the tournament's scoring charts, solidifying his position in the race for the Golden Boot. France finished the tournament fourth, having lost both their semi-final and third-place playoff matches. Despite the disappointment, Mbappe praised Lionel Messi's potential impact in the upcoming final against Spain. With Messi as a contender for the Golden Boot, Mbappe acknowledged his ability to perform in crucial moments.

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By the Numbers

•Mbappe scored twice in the third-place playoff against England
•France completed the tournament in fourth place overall
•Argentina faces Spain in the World Cup final next
•Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race with potential challenge from Messi
•France struggled after consecutive defeats in the semi-finals and playoffs

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11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Mbappe takes Golden Boot lead but backs Lionel Messi to shine in the World Cup final: ‘He always delivers’

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Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe may have strengthened his position in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot, but the France captain believes Lionel Messi is still capable of having the ...
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