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Messi and Mbappé lead 2026 World Cup goal race with six each

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Messi and Mbappé lead 2026 World Cup goal race with six each

Summary

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé currently lead the goal-scoring chart at the 2026 World Cup with six goals each. They are joined by several players in what is shaping up to be a competitive race for the Golden Boot. As the tournament progresses, Messi shares the record for the most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot with Brazil's Jairzinho. With more matches to be played, the record may well be challenged this summer.

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By the Numbers

•Messi and Mbappé each have six goals in the 2026 World Cup.
•Messi shares a record for most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot.
•The tournament is still ongoing, with more matches left to play.

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7:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — Who has scored the most goals at a World Cup without winning the Golden Boot?

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Plus: World Cup teams stuck on nul points and teams who broke their duck with a drubbing Mail us with your all of your questions and answers “Who has scored the most goals at a World Cup finals without winning the Golden Boot?” asks Sam Edwards. With Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé already on six goals and leading an elite bunch in the 2026 race, we may well see the men’s record broken this summer. As it stands, Messi shares the record – as if he needs another one – with Brazil great Jairzinho. Continue reading...
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