FIFA World Cup
8 at This FIFA World Cup and Counting: Lionel Messi Hits Another Landmark
Another scoring landmark falls in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Lionel Messi
Argentina
Argentina
8
goals this tournament
chased by
Kylian Mbappé
7
2026 goals
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Lionel Messi has reached 8 goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a landmark that puts the Argentina forward at the heart of this golden boot race.
With 1 assists alongside the goals in this campaign, the all-round numbers tell the story of a player in serious rhythm.
Where that leaves the race, and who is closest behind, is in the live standings below.