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Mbappe leads Golden Boot race ahead of Messi

Published Saturday, July 18, 2026

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  • Mbappe's Record-Breaking Performance — 4 sources

Media Analysis

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Kylian Mbappe has taken the lead in the Golden Boot race, surpassing Lionel Messi, after scoring his 22nd World Cup goal. This achievement makes him the all-time top scorer in World Cup history, a feat accomplished during France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Kylian Mbappe scored his 22nd World Cup goal, making him the top scorer in World Cup history.
  • Kylian Mbappe scored two goals in France's 6-4 defeat by England in the FIFA World Cup third-place playoff.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Mbappe's Record-Breaking Performance
  • BBC News

    BBC News reports on Kylian Mbappe's performance in the Golden Boot race, highlighting his lead over Lionel Messi.

  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera English reports that Kylian Mbappe broke the all-time World Cup scoring record with his 22nd goal.

  • Deutsche Welle

    Kylian Mbappe became the top scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals, despite France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place play-off. This match also marked Didier Deschamps' final game as France's head coach.

  • The Hindu

    England defeated France 6-4 in the FIFA World Cup third-place playoff. Kylian Mbappe became the top scorer in World Cup history during the match.

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