Lionel Messi 20th World Cup Goal Lifts Golden Boot Lead

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MDT News Desk July 4, 2026

Messi's 20th World Cup strike crowns him Golden Boot frontrunner

Lionel Messi netted his 20th World Cup goal on July 4, 2026, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tally propels Argentina’s captain to the top of the tournament’s Golden Boot race.

The strike extended his scoring run to eight straight matches and eclipsed Miroslav Klose’s all‑time World Cup tally.

Messi’s 20th World Cup goal puts him ahead in the Golden Boot standings. Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland were next in the Golden Boot standings with six goals each as of July 3, 2026, trailing Messi’s tournament-leading total.

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Q: How many World Cup goals has Lionel Messi scored as of July 2026?

He has scored 20 World Cup goals, the most in tournament history.

Q: What does Messi’s 20th goal mean for the Golden Boot race?

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It moves him into the lead, making him the frontrunner for the Golden Boot award.

Q: Did Messi break Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goal record with this goal?

Reports say the 20th goal surpasses Klose’s previous record of 16 World Cup goals.