World Cup 2026: Top scorers set for Round of 32 matches

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is the leading scorer in the current FIFA World Cup, ahead of the Round of 32 matches.

Messi has netted six goals in the tournament, adding a strike in Argentina’s 3‑1 victory over Jordan today.

The Inter Miami striker is two goals ahead of France’s Kylian Mbappé and Norway’s Erling Haaland.

The 39‑year‑old scored against Algeria, Austria and Jordan during the group stage.

Messi now aims to guide Argentina to success when they meet Cape Verde in the Round of 32 on Friday.

World Cup top scorers to date:

6 goals – Lionel Messi

4 goals – Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Júnior and Ousmane Dembélé.