Messi Trails Mbappé in Golden Boot Race
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Messi Trails Mbappé in Golden Boot Race

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Lionel Messi faces a challenge to secure the Golden Boot at the World Cup, currently trailing Kylian Mbappé by two goals. While the Golden Boot remains within reach, a third Golden Ball award is also a possibility for the Argentina superstar.

The France striker has upped his total to 10 goals, placing him ahead of Messi in the race for the leading scorer accolade. Messi has never been the leading scorer at a World Cup tournament before.

According to AP News, Messi currently has eight goals. The source details that Mbappé’s performance in a recent third-place game significantly increased his goal total and widened the gap between him and Messi.

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