Balogun, Havertz and Ayari Lead Early Golden Boot Race at 2026 World Cup

United States striker Folarin Balogun, Germany’s Kai Havertz and Sweden’s Yasin Ayari share the lead in the early adidas Golden Boot standings at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Balogun became the first US player since 1930 to score a brace at a World Cup, netting twice in the USA’s 4-1 win over Paraguay in Group D. Havertz followed with two goals as Germany thrashed Curaçao 7-1 in their Group E opener, while Ayari struck twice in Sweden’s 5-1 victory over Tunisia. With many teams yet to play, the race for the Golden Boot promises plenty of twists as the tournament unfolds across Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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