WORLD CUP 2026
48 teams · 16 venues · 104 matches · Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2026
🥇 2026 World Cup Golden Boot
The 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race kicks off on June 11; this page shows the current top scorers standings live and their goal tally.
Updated July 29, 2026
Current top scorers standings of the 2026 World Cup, live. The Golden Boot goes to the tournament’s top scorer; ties are broken by most assists, then fewest minutes played.
FAQ — Golden Boot
Who is leading the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot?+
The Golden Boot race opens with the first match on June 11, 2026. From kick-off, this page ranks the top scorers live as goals go in.
How is the World Cup Golden Boot decided?+
The Golden Boot (Bota de Oro) goes to the player who scores the most goals across the whole tournament. If two or more players finish level on goals, the tie-breakers are, in order: most assists, then fewest minutes played.
How many goals does the top scorer have?+
The tally appears live once the tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026; this page shows each scorer’s exact goal count and updates as matches are played.
What is the difference between the Golden Boot and the Golden Ball?+
The Golden Boot rewards the tournament’s top scorer (most goals). The Golden Ball is a separate FIFA award for the best overall player of the World Cup, chosen by a media vote — they are often won by different players.
Who is the top scorer after the group stage?+
The group stage runs June 11–27, 2026. From the opening matches this page shows the live top-scorer standings, so you can see who leads the Golden Boot after the group stage and into the knockouts.
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