Lionel Messi sits on top in the race after the group stage. He has a impressive new World Cup record for goals in one tournament. He beat all other players in the group games. His tally puts him ahead by multiple goals. The lead is undeniable now. He stays firmly ahead of everyone else. Fans follow the chase intently.
Kylian Mbappé and France’s Ousmane Dembélé lag closely. Dembélé is rising the list. Mbappé is chasing the ultimate World Cup scoring mark. The race will press on into the knockout round. It could shift quickly.