Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé are among the top scorers in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Messi currently holding the men's all-time scoring record. Mbappé has tied or drawn level with Messi in the goal race at some point, but it is unclear who is currently leading. The standings for the World Cup Golden Boot award are being closely tracked, with several outlets providing updates on the goal totals for top players.