Could Harry Kane win two Golden Boots in as many World Cups? The Tottenham striker is the favourite to win the Golden Boot after dominating the 2018 World Cup with six goals.
Kane has a tiny advantage against Mbappe. Mbappe scored four goals for France during the 2018 World Cup, which tied him for second-most in the tournament.
The top five Golden Boot favourites are Benzema, Messi, and Neymar. Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal is sixth.
Cristian Pulisic of the United States Men’s National Team is a long shot to win the Golden Boot in his World Cup debut.
Here’s a full look at the leading candidates for the award:
Harry Kane, England
Kylian Mbappe, France
Karim Benzema, France
Lionel Messi, Argentina
Neymar, Brazil
Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal
Romelu Lukaku, Belgium
Memphis Depay, Netherlands
Vinicius Jr., Brazil
Bukayo Saka, England
Lautaro Martinez, Argentina
Gabriel Jesus, Brazil
Richarlison, Brazil