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FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race: Kylian Mbappe joins Lionel Messi at the top
Published 1 July 2026 ยท sports
Kylian Mbappe's stellar performance, including two goals against Sweden, propels France into the World Cup Round of 16. He now shares the Golden Boot lead
Kylian Mbappe's stellar performance, including two goals against Sweden, propels France into the World Cup Round of 16. He now shares the Golden Boot lead with Lionel Messi, boasting six tournament goals. Mbappe's remarkable World Cup scoring record continues to grow, solidifying his status as a top match-winner. France's dominant form sets them up for a deep tournament run, with the Golden Boot race intensifying.
Published: July 1, 2026 โข 10:37 AM IST ยท Updated: July 1, 2026 โข 11:03 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Kylian Mbappe's stellar performance, including two goals against Sweden, propels France into the World Cup Round of 16. He now shares the Golden Boot lead with Lionel Messi, boasting six tournament goals.
Mbappe's remarkable World Cup scoring record continues to grow, solidifying his status as a top match-winner.
France's dominant form sets them up for a deep tournament run, with the Golden Boot race intensifying.