Messi has work to catch Mbappé for the Golden Boot. A 3rd Golden Ball is in reach in World Cup final
Lionel Messi has quite a climb to catch Kylian Mbappé for the Golden Boot. The Argentina superstar has never been the leading scorer at the World Cup, and he’s now two behind Mbappé after the France striker upped his total to 10 goals in a wild third-place game. Even if Messi can’t get there, a record-extending third Golden Ball as the tournament's best player seems within reach in Sunday's final against Spain. The other awards to be presented Sunday are the Golden Glove for the top goalkeeper, and the Best Young Player Award, given to the top player 21 years old or younger.
