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Messi and Mbappe romping through World Cup in dazzling display of history-making goals

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are producing history-making performances in the 2026 World Cup. Messi has reached a record 18 career World Cup goals, while Mbappe has tied for second with 16. Both players are currently competing for the Golden Boot.

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New data confirms Messi's record-breaking career goal total and Mbappe's climb to second place.

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  1. Messi and Mbappe Lead World Cup Scoring Race with Record Goals

    Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are producing history-making performances in the 2026 World Cup. Messi has reached a record 18 career World Cup goals, while Mbappe has tied for second with 16. Both players are currently competing for the Golden Boot.

    What's confirmed:

    • Lionel Messi has scored five goals in Argentina's first two matches.
    • Messi has set a record for career World Cup goals with 18.
    • Kylian Mbappe has scored four goals for France and is tied for second with 16 career World Cup goals.
    • Erling Haaland has scored four goals in Norway's first two games.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Cristiano Ronaldo has raised his career World Cup total to 10 goals after scoring twice against Uzbekistan.
    • Lionel Messi will start on the bench for Argentina's final group match against Jordan.
    • Mexico, Spain, and France remain undefeated as the group stage closes.
    • Cape Verde has advanced to the knockout stages after three group stage draws.
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