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Lionel Messi, despite scoring eight goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has missed two penalty shots, according to a report by @TouchlineX. This development highlights a rare lapse in the Argentine star’s otherwise impressive goal-scoring record during the tournament. The missed penalties may influence market perceptions of Messi’s reliability as the frontrunner for the Golden Boot, awarded to the tournament’s top scorer. Prediction markets have reacted, with a notable decrease in the probability of Messi securing the Golden Boot, reflecting concerns about his penalty-taking form.
Key Takeaways
The report of Messi’s missed penalties appears to have influenced market perceptions, causing a moderate decrease in his odds for the Golden Boot.
Market pricing suggests a 38.2% probability of Messi being the top goalscorer, down from 46% a week ago.
