Kylian Mbappé became the first player in history to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot award twice on Sunday [1].
This achievement marks a historic milestone in international football, establishing Mbappé as the only player to lead the scoring charts in two different World Cup tournaments [1].
The record was finalized on July 19, 2026 [3], following the tournament final held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey [4]. While the final match ended in a 1-0 victory for Spain over Argentina [2], Mbappé's individual performance throughout the competition remained unmatched.
Mbappé secured the award by scoring 10 goals during the tournament [1]. His ability to maintain this level of scoring efficiency across multiple global competitions places him in a unique category of strikers, a feat previously unachieved by any other male player [1].
The Golden Boot is awarded to the tournament's top goalscorer. By claiming his second, Mbappé has cemented his legacy as one of the most prolific attackers in the history of the sport [1]. The event in East Rutherford served as the backdrop for both Spain's championship victory and Mbappé's individual historic milestone [4].
“Kylian Mbappé became the first player in history to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot award twice”
Mbappé's second Golden Boot signifies a shift in the era of football dominance. By becoming the first player to achieve this, he has surpassed previous scoring benchmarks set by legendary strikers, ensuring his statistical legacy is distinct from any other player in the history of the FIFA World Cup.
