Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJamie BraidwoodTuesday 14 July 2026 08:31 BSTRelated: Spain set up France semi-final with last-gasp Belgium win in Los Angeles - reportKylian Mbappe currently leads the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot standings with eight goals and three assists.Lionel Messi is in second place, also with eight goals, but has fewer assists (one) than Mbappe.Although Norway have now been eliminated from the tournament, Erling Haaland remains in third place, having scored seven goals.England's Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham are tied for fourth position, both with six goals and one assist each.The Golden Boot tie-breaker rules prioritise assists, followed by minutes played and the goals-per-minute ratio, should there still be a tie.In fullWorld Cup 2026 Golden Boot: Messi, Mbappe and Kane in thrilling race to finish top scorerMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in