Could an extra game put Just Fontaine’s World Cup goal-scoring record under threat?

DUBAI: As Adidas unveiled the redesigned Golden Boot trophy for the FIFA World Cup 2026, another prize has emerged in one of the tournament’s most intriguing storylines. French striker Just Fontaine’s record of 13 goals in a single World Cup has stood since Sweden 1958. But with the expanded 48-team tournament allowing finalists to play up to eight matches instead of seven, this year’s leading scorers have an extra opportunity to challenge an achievement that has remained untouched for nearly seven decades. Defending Golden Boot winner Kylian Mbappe is in the strongest position.

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