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The Golden Boot race at the 2026 World Cup has not disappointed.Some of the game's biggest stars, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland have been scoring for fun. All three are at the top of the current leaderboard, alongside England star Harry Kane.Mbappe won the Golden Boot in 2022 with eight goals, as Messi finished in second with seven. It appears that those two could battle it out once again for the crown this year.They are also in a battle for the most goals ever at a World Cup. Messi has set the record at this tournament, reaching 20 after his goal against Cape Verde in the round of 32. But Mbappe hit back with his 19th career goal in France's win over Paraguay in the round of 16.Follow along as USA TODAY tracks all of the top scorers.2026 World Cup Golden Boot leadersThe Golden Boot is awarded to the player with the most goals scored at the World Cup. Ties are broken by the player, or players, with the most assists. Further ties are broken by the player, or players, with the fewest minutes played.
