Mbappé Falls Short, Messi Emerges as New Golden Boot Holder Kylian Mbappé's failure to claim the Golden Boot in the 2026 World Cup was a surprise given his impressive record in previous tournaments.
However, Lionel Messi emerged as the new owner of the coveted trophy, solidifying his position as one of the greatest players on the world stage.
The England team, which had been knocked out by France in the semifinals, rebounded with a 10 goal display against their opponents in the bronze medal match.