Mbappe scores twice to tie Messi in World Cup Golden Boot race

Paris Saint‑Germain star Kylian Mbappé has matched Lionel Messi in the race for the tournament’s Golden Boot after scoring his fifth and sixth goals in the competition. The French forward’s brace came in a decisive group‑stage match, bringing his tally to six and tying him with the Argentine for the most goals scored in the current event.

The equaliser placed Mbappé at the top of the leaderboard, a position he has held since the opening match. Messi, who had previously led the race with five goals, now faces a direct challenge from his teammate, who has been consistently prolific across all fixtures. The two players’ shared tally underscores the high level of competition among the tournament’s top scorers.

With the standings unchanged, the next matches will determine who ultimately claims the Golden Boot. Both Mbappé and Messi remain in contention, and their performances will be closely watched as the tournament progresses toward its final stages.