Lionel Messi has taken the lead in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race.
The Argentine forward has scored five goals in the tournament so far. This strong performance has made him the favorite in prediction markets for the top scorer award.
His lead has affected the odds for other major contenders. The implied probability for players like Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Vinícius Júnior to win the award has decreased.
The race remains open. Observers will watch if Messi maintains his scoring form or if his competitors can close the gap in the upcoming matches.