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Mbappe Makes History With Second World Cup Golden Boot, Rodri Wins Golden Ball
BBC Sport·Monday, 20 July 2026
Kylian Mbappe became the first player ever to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice, claiming the top scorer award at the 2026 tournament. Spain's Rodri was named the best player of the tournament, winning the Golden Ball. Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon also took home the Golden Glove for the tournament's best keeper.
Why It Matters
These individual awards mark the players who defined the 2026 World Cup. Mbappe's historic double Golden Boot is a record that may stand for decades.
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