Who has most goals in World Cup history? Lionel Messi ascends to top spot, Kylian Mbappé closing in

At the 2026 World Cup, Argentina's Lionel Messi has broken the all-time record for most goals scored in World Cup history, ascending to the top spot on the all-time list. France's Kylian Mbappé is reportedly closing in on the record as well. The news was reported on July 1, 2026, during the ongoing 2026 World Cup tournament.