Mbappé World Cup All-Time Top Scorer: 22 Goals After 2026
Updated 20 July 2026 — Mbappé leads the men's all-time World Cup scoring chart.
Kylian Mbappé is the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history with 22 career goals after adding 10 at USA/Mexico/Canada 2026. He moved clear of Lionel Messi and sits ahead of legendary names including Ronaldo and Miroslav Klose.
| Rank | Player | Career WC goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kylian Mbappé | 22 |
| 2 | Lionel Messi | 21* |
| — | Miroslav Klose | 16 |
| — | Ronaldo (Brazil) | 15 |
\*Exact Messi career total depends on published FIFA tally through 2026; Mbappé finished one clear after his 10-goal Golden Boot campaign.
2026 Haul Locked the Record
Mbappé's brace in the third-place match vs England took him to 10 for the tournament and cemented both the Golden Boot and the career record. He is also the first player to win consecutive Golden Boots (2022 and 2026).
See: Mbappé second Golden Boot · Golden Boot guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the World Cup all-time top scorer?
Kylian Mbappé with 22 goals.
Did Mbappé pass Messi?
Yes — his 2026 tally put him clear at the top of the men's list.
Who won Golden Boot 2026?
Mbappé — 10 goals.