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Lionel Messi leads Golden Boot race at World Cup 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:01 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Lionel Messi leads Golden Boot race at World Cup 2026
Summary

Lionel Messi is leading the Golden Boot race at the 2026 World Cup with three goals, following a hat trick in Argentina's match against Algeria. Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane are among several players tied with two goals each, having each scored twice in their respective opening matches. The tournament's group play has seen a flurry of scoring, with eight players currently sitting with at least two goals. Messi's performance also ties him with Miroslav Klose for the most goals in World Cup history. As group matches continue, players will vie for top scorer honors as the tournament progresses.

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  • •Messi scored a hat trick against Algeria.
  • •Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane each have two goals.
  • •Eight players have at least two goals in the tournament.
  • •Messi ties Klose for the most goals in World Cup history.
  • •Group play continues with several matches upcoming.
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  • 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi leading Golden Boot race, ahead of pack that includes Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane
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Messi's Father Time-defying hat trick is headlining group play at the moment.

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