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The 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race is wide open after Harry Kane's late brace pulled him within one goal of joint leaders Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in a thrilling battle.
The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot has ignited following Harry Kane’s dramatic late brace against Congo DR. The England skipper’s heroics lift him to five goals, sitting just one behind joint leaders Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in a thrilling battle for the tournament’s top scorer.
Kylian Mbappé (France): The explosive forward leads the standings with 6 goals after a brilliant double against Sweden.
Lionel Messi (Argentina): The legendary maestro continues to shine on the world stage, sharing the top spot with 6 goals.
Harry Kane (England): England's clutch captain surged to 5 goals after rescuing the Three Lions in the Round of 32.
Erling Haaland (Norway): The prolific striker remains firmly in the hunt, tied in second place with 5 goals.
Ousmane Dembélé (France): The dynamic winger provides dangerous secondary scoring for France, sitting close behind with 4 goals.
Vinícius Júnior (Brazil): Brazil's talismanic forward keeps the Seleção in the golden boot conversation with four goals.
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