Sports · 19 July 2026

Mbappe leads Golden Boot race with 10 goals before World Cup final

Kylian Mbappe has taken a two-goal lead in the Golden Boot race with 10 goals after France's third-place play-off match. Lionel Messi is one behind on 9 goals but has one final match to respond and could win on assists. Mbappe is also now the World Cup's all-time top scorer with 22 goals, ahead of Messi.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 July 2026 at 6:18

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