The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner and there's already talk about who will be the top scorers in the tournament. The list of potential candidates includes some of the world's best players, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr., and more.
One player who has been mentioned frequently as a likely candidate for the top scorer title is Argentina forward Lionel Messi. Messi has scored 18 goals in 15 appearances for his country this year, which puts him on pace to break the record for most goals scored by a player in one calendar year (1997-1998).
Another player who could be a contender for the top scorer title is Brazil forward Neymar Jr. Neymar has scored 14 goals in 11 games for his country so far this year, putting him on pace to score at least 20 goals for the year. If he continues to perform at this level, he could end up with the top scorer title for the tournament.
Other players who could make a strong case for the top scorer title include Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo, who has scored 13 goals in 11 games for his country this year, and Spain forward Sergio Ramos, who has scored 12 goals in 12 games for his country.
Overall, it looks like there will be plenty of exciting competition for the top scorer title at the 2026 World Cup. With so many talented players vying for the honor, it should be an unforgettable event for fans of the game.