⚽Golden Boot Race
World Cup 2026 Top Scorers
Track the Golden Boot race throughout the tournament. Updated live with goals, assists, and minutes played.
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The Golden Boot Race Begins June 11, 2026
Top scorers will appear here once the group stage kicks off. Check back on match day to see who's leading the race!
🏅 Past Golden Boot Winners
The race for the tournament's top scorer award
2022
Kylian Mbappé(France)
8 goals — Golden Boot winner
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2018
Harry Kane(England)
6 goals — Golden Boot winner
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2014
James Rodríguez(Colombia)
6 goals — Golden Boot winner
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2010
Thomas Müller(Germany)·Diego Forlán(Uruguay)·David Villa(Spain)·Wesley Sneijder(Netherlands)
5 goals — Shared Golden Boot — four players tied
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the top scorer in World Cup 2026?▼
The top scorer (Golden Boot winner) will be determined as the tournament progresses. Check this page for live updates during the World Cup.
How often is the top scorer page updated?▼
The top scorer leaderboard updates automatically every 2 minutes during match days with the latest goal tallies.
What is the Golden Boot award?▼
The Golden Boot (formerly Golden Shoe) is awarded to the top scorer at each FIFA World Cup. Tiebreakers include assists and fewer minutes played.
Who are the favorites for the Golden Boot at World Cup 2026?▼
Top contenders include players like Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Lionel Messi. The race begins when the group stage kicks off on June 11, 2026.
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