In the 2026 World Cup, France’s Kylian Mbappé scored 10 goals to claim the Golden Boot for the second consecutive time, surpassing Lionel Messi who had 8 goals. Mbappé became the first player since Gerd Müller in 1970 to reach double-digit goals in a World Cup. He now has a total of 22 World Cup goals, overtaking Messi’s 21.
Although France lost 6–4 to England in the final, Mbappé scored twice, securing the award. Messi failed to score in the final, leaving the Golden Boot in Mbappé’s hands.
Other Award Winners
- Spain defeated Argentina to win their second World Cup.
- Captain Rodri received the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.
- Messi won the Silver Ball, while Mbappé took the Bronze Ball.
- Spain’s Unai Simón was awarded the Golden Glove for best goalkeeper, conceding only one goal in eight matches.
- 19-year-old Pau Cubarsí of Spain won Best Young Player, playing every minute and anchoring Spain’s defense.
