The 2026 FIFA World Cup's top players ranked by international G/A per game, with Messi, Mbappe, and Ronaldo leading the expanded 48-team tournament field.

Two new billionaires lead a starting 11 that collectively hauled in an estimated $950 million in the 12 months leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

With the expanded 48-team format offering more matches and more scoring opportunities, the race for the Golden Boot could be one of the most competitive in World Cup history.