Mbappe officially receives 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappe has officially received the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals during the tournament. He is the first men's player to win the award in consecutive World Cups.
Why it matters
Records a significant historical milestone in professional football, impacting the player's standing for the Ballon d'Or.
France captain Kylian Mbappe has officially received the Golden Boot award he won at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mbappe confirmed this on his Instagram page on Thursday. The 27-year-old scored 10 goals in eight matches. He achieved the feat by scoring twice in France’s 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place play-off.
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