Mbappé close to Golden Boot with ten World Cup goals, overtaking Messi

French forward Kylian Mbappé has netted ten goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, putting him in prime position for the Golden Boot award. This tally eclipses Lionel Messi’s total from previous tournaments, marking a historic achievement.

Mbappé’s scoring spree has energized France’s campaign and sparked worldwide debate about the greatest World Cup scorer. His performance continues to shape the narrative of the tournament.