Sports · 20 July 2026

Mbappe wins second Golden Boot, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record

Kylian Mbappe secured the World Cup Golden Boot for a second time, a first for any player, after netting 10 goals in the 2026 tournament. The France forward additionally overtook Lionel Messi's record, establishing himself as the men's World Cup's highest-ever scorer with 22 goals. Messi finished the tournament with eight goals after failing to score in Argentina's 1-0 final loss to Spain on Sunday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 July 2026 at 6:22

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