The fight for the top scorer in the 2026 World Cup has intensified.
Modern.az reports that Erling Haaland, the striker of the Norwegian national team, who scored a double in the 1/8 final match against Brazil (2:1) last night, has increased his goal tally to 7. As a result, he has equaled Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi.
Kylian Mbappé is currently leading in terms of assists:
1. Kylian Mbappé (France) – 7 goals, 2 assists
2. Lionel Messi (Argentina) – 7 goals
3. Erling Haaland (Norway) – 7 goals
4. Harry Kane (England) – 6 goals, 1 assist
5. Ousmane Dembélé (France) – 4 goals, 2 assists