Mbappe wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot
Short overview
Kylian Mbappe has won the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player to win the award twice. He led Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, and Erling Haaland in the scoring race.
Kylian Mbappe has won the race for the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing as the tournament's top scorer. The French forward becomes the first player in history to win the award twice, having previously claimed it at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Scoring leaders
Mbappe led the scoring charts ahead of Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, and Erling Haaland. The final tally saw Mbappe finish with a decisive lead, though exact goal numbers have not been disclosed in the initial report.
Historic achievement
Winning the Golden Boot for a second time cements Mbappe's status as one of the greatest goalscorers in World Cup history. No other player has achieved this feat in the men's tournament.
In addition to the Golden Boot, Rodri was named the tournament's best player, receiving the Golden Ball award. The full list of award winners and final statistics are expected to be released by FIFA.
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