Check the updated FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland battle to finish as top scorer.

Didier Deschamps praises Kylian Mbappe's leadership and form for France ahead of their 2026 World Cup knockout clash against Sweden.

Kylian Mbappe put France ahead with a brilliant crossover step in the 45th minute and added a second-half goal to set a World Cupknockout round scoring record, and Les Bleus beat Sweden 3-0 Tuesday to set up a round of 16 match against Paraguay.

Kylian Mbappe headlined another fascinating round of matches in the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup as France and Norway advanced. France hammered Sweden 3-0, propelled by an Mbappe brace and set up a round of 16 date with Paraguay.

Kylian Mbappé broke the record for most goals in World Cup knockout matches and moved within a single goal of Lionel Messi's overall tournament mark, as his two goals led France to a 3-0 win over Sweden.

Live updates from Tuesday's knockout round games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Get the latest news, results and highlights from the 39-day tournament.