7M - Haaland Catches Messi And Mbappe In Golden Boot Race

Erling Haaland has climbed into a three-way tie atop the 2026 FIFA World Cup scoring charts after netting a brilliant brace to eliminate tournament favorites Brazil. The Manchester City forward opened the scoring in the 79th minute with a powerful header before sealing a memorable victory with a late, left-footed strike from outside the box that went through goalkeeper Danilos legs. The double took Haalands international goal tally to 62, steering Norway safely into the quarter-finals.

With seven goals so far, Haaland now shares the lead in the Golden Boot race alongside Argentinas Lionel Messi and Frances Kylian Mbappe. England striker Harry Kane follows closely behind with five goals, while Ousmane Dembele, Mikel Oyarzabal, Vinicius Junior, and Ismaila Sarr remain within reach with four goals each. Haalands clinical performance has set up a highly competitive race for the tournaments top goalscorer award as the knockout rounds progress.