While the 2026 World Cup is set to captivate fans with unparalleled competition, the fight for the Golden Boot could prove just as gripping.
At the time of writing, France superstar Kylian Mbappe has opened as the favourite to win the Golden Boot, with him priced at 11/2 according to Sky Bet.
Mbappe boasts an extraordinary World Cup record, netting 12 goals in just 14 appearances across only two tournaments.
He particularly impressed at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, claiming both the Golden Boot and Silver Ball, and setting a record with four total goals scored across World Cup final matches, including three in 2022 and one in 2018.
Mbappe also brings in with him exceptional club form, with him having scored 38 goals for Real Madrid across all competitions this season.
Meanwhile, 2018 Golden Boot winner Harry Kane is the 13/2 second-favourite to claim the award for a second time in his career.
2026 WC: Kylian Mbappe opens as favourite to win the Golden Boot – while Harry Kane is next
Like Mbappe, Kane has been in sensational form for Bayern Munich this season, racking up an impressive 48 goals across all competitions.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi sits at 12/1 as the third-favourite, while Norway’s Erling Haaland and Spain’s Lamine Yamal are joint fourth-favourites at 14/1. Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo completes the top five shortest-priced contenders at 18/1.
For those seeking a longer-shot, Julian Alvarez could offer value at 33/1.
The Argentine forward scored four goals at the 2022 World Cup, and with creative talents like Messi, Alexis Mac Allister, and Enzo Fernandez around him, he’s well positioned to get plenty of chances in front of goal.
Sky Bet 2026 World Cup Golden Boot favourites:
Kylian Mbappe – 11/2
Harry Kane – 13/2
Lionel Messi – 12/1
Erling Haaland – 14/1
Lamine Yamal – 14/1
Cristiano Ronaldo – 18/1
Ousmane Dembele – 18/1
Mikel Oyarzabal – 18/1
Nick Woltemade – 18/1
Lautaro Martinez – 22/1
Vinicius Junior – 22/1
Romelu Lukaku – 28/1
Raphinha – 28/1
Richarlison – 28/1
Bukayo Saka – 28/1
Joao Pedro – 28/1
Mikel Merino – 28/1
Estevao – 28/1
Julian Alvarez – 33/1
Phil Foden – 33/1
Florian Wirtz – 33/1
Bruno Fernandes – 33/1
Jude Bellingham – 33/1
Cody Gakpo – 33/1
Cole Palmer – 33/1
Hugo Ekitike – 33/1
Michael Olise – 33/1
Neymar Jr – 33/1
Igor Thiago – 33/1
- All odds are correct at the time of publication
