The World Cup’s biggest stars remain in the hunt for glory as the tournament moves into the final stages — GoalNigeria.com reports.
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane and Erling Haaland are all chasing a place in the final. They are also competing for the Golden Boot award, which goes to the tournament’s top scorer.
Each player has played a key role for their country. Their next performances could decide who lifts the trophy on 19 July.
Big Names Prepare For Crucial Fixtures
Messi will lead Argentina into their quarter-final against Switzerland in Kansas City. The forward helped Argentina win the 2022 World Cup and is looking to add another major international honour.
Mbappé and France have already reached the semi-finals after a 2-0 win over Morocco in Foxborough. The France captain scored in the 2018 final and won the Golden Boot at the 2022 World Cup.
Kane will captain England against Norway in Miami. The match could see him go up against Haaland, who is leading Norway’s attack.
Kane won the 2018 Golden Boot after scoring six goals in Russia. Haaland is aiming to make a strong impact at his first World Cup with Norway.
Golden Boot Race Goes Down To The Wire
The race for the top scorer award remains open.
Mbappé’s World Cup record puts him among the leading contenders. Messi’s goals and assists continue to make him a key figure for Argentina.
Kane remains England’s main attacking threat, while Haaland’s goalscoring record makes him one of Norway’s biggest weapons.
With only a few matches remaining, one decisive performance could change the Golden Boot race.
The tournament’s biggest names are still standing, and their next appearances could shape the final chapter of the 2026 World Cup.
