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Top contenders emerge for World Cup Golden Boot including Kane and Mbappe

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:13 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Top contenders emerge for World Cup Golden Boot including Kane and Mbappe

Summary

As the countdown to the World Cup 2026 continues, several players stand out as favorites for the Golden Boot. Key contenders include Harry Kane, who previously won the award in 2018 and has netted 61 goals in club play this season, and Kylian Mbappe, the 2022 winner. Lionel Messi seeks his first Golden Boot, while Erling Haaland aims to make an impact in his first World Cup appearance. The tournament is set to showcase these players as they compete for the prestigious scoring title this summer.

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•Harry Kane netted 61 goals for Bayern Munich this season.
•Kylian Mbappe won the Golden Boot in 2022 with eight goals.
•Lionel Messi scored eight goals in World Cup qualifying.
•Erling Haaland has 38 goals this season with Manchester City.
•The tournament will take place in North America this summer.

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There are a host of top players who could claim the coveted title of top goal scorer, including two from the same team.
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Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 12:13 PM
Who are the World Cup Golden Boot favourites? Mbappe, Ronaldo, Messi, Kane?
There are a host of top players who could claim the coveted title of top goal scorer, including two from the same team.

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