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Messi Chasing Golden Boot: World Cup's Top Scorer Race Heats Up
19 Jul
Summary
- Messi is vying for the Golden Boot, currently trailing Mbappe in World Cup goals.
- Spain's Simon and Yamal are strong contenders for Golden Glove and Best Young Player.
- Messi could join elite company by winning Golden Boot and World Cup if Argentina triumphs.
Lionel Messi is actively pursuing the World Cup Golden Boot, an award that has historically eluded him, as he trails Kylian Mbappe in the top scorer standings following Mbappe's recent performance. Messi had a strong case for a record third Golden Ball, awarded to the tournament's best player, especially after leading Argentina to the final.
Meanwhile, Spain's Unai Simon and Yamine Lamal are prominent candidates for the Golden Glove and Best Young Player awards, respectively. Simon has maintained an impressive defensive record, while 19-year-old Lamal has demonstrated exceptional talent.
Mbappe's two goals in the third-place match brought his World Cup total to 10, making him the first player to achieve this since 1970. If Messi were to win the Golden Boot and lead Argentina to victory, he would join an elite list of players who achieved this feat in the same tournament, echoing Ronaldo's accomplishment in 2002.
