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World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Mbappe level with Messi

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

DFB advises Nagelsmann to resign from Germany post

Julian Nagelsmann is on the verge of leaving his role as Germany manager following a crucial summit with the DFB. After a disappointing World Cup exit, the leadership has recommended that he step down voluntarily. If he refuses, a formal dismissal is expected, with ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp thought to be in the running to replace him.

Germany v Paraguay: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Tah breaks silence on Germany World Cup exit

Jonathan Tah has opened up on the psychological toll of his missed penalty that confirmed Germany’s shock exit from the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich defender was the man who ultimately failed to convert from 12 yards, but reports have since emerged regarding the reluctance of his team-mates to step up during the high-pressure moment.

Kahn slams Germany players for penalty debacle after World Cup exit

Oliver Kahn has defended Julian Nagelsmann following Germany's World Cup exit to Paraguay, insisting the head coach is not the root of the team's problems. Instead, the former Bayern Munich chief pointed to deeper structural issues within German football, arguing the penalty shootout exposed a worrying lack of responsibility among the players.

All-time top scorers in FIFA World Cup history

Discover the leading goal scorers in men's World Cup history and how they made their mark.

Schweinsteiger confident Klopp will replace Nagelsmann

Bastian Schweinsteiger has backed Jurgen Klopp to take over the German national team, insisting the former Liverpool manager can restore the sense of optimism missing from the DFB setup. Following a humiliating 2026 World Cup exit at the hands of Paraguay, pressure has reached a boiling point for current head coach Julian Nagelsmann.