The Golden Boot race at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, and some of soccer's biggest names are already putting together memorable tournaments.

Lionel Messi sits atop the scoring charts after two group-stage matches, while Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland are right behind him. Cristiano Ronaldo , meanwhile, is still chasing more history as he competes in his sixth World Cup.

Here's where some of the tournament's biggest stars stand so far with goals.

Lionel Messi (Argentina): 5 Goals

Messi has been unstoppable in what may be his final tournament. The Argentine legend leads the 2026 World Cup with 5 goals, including a hat trick against Algeria and a brace against Austria.…