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Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland Lead Unprecedented World Cup Goal Race Before Quarterfinals
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First reported by Ynet · Jul 6, 2026
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Before the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland each scored seven goals, setting a new record pace. Harry Kane follows with six goals. The knockout stage promises intense competition among these top scorers.
- 01Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland each scored seven goals before the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.
- 02Harry Kane trails closely with six goals, matching his 2018 Golden Boot tally.
- 03Other top scorers include Dembele, Oyarzabal, Bellingham, Sarr, Quinones, and Vinicius Junior with four goals each.
- 04The all-time World Cup scoring record is 13 goals by Just Fontaine in 1958, still unbroken.
- 05Haaland and Kane will face off in the quarterfinals, ensuring one continues the Golden Boot race.
- 06Messi and Mbappe have challenging knockout matches ahead, with potential semifinal clashes involving top teams.
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