KickStream briefing
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⚽ All the latest news and reaction from the World Cup ⚽ footballer guide | Bracketology | Knockout stalemate | Email us Kylian Mbappe has pulled level with Lionel Messi at the top of the Golden Boot charts. In addition, both icons have seven after the Frenchman tucked away the winning penalty against Paraguay.
Reports also note that erling Haaland (5), Harry Kane (5) and Vinícius Júnior (4) all have the opportunity to close the gap in the next 24 hours. Further context suggests and also look out for Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal (4) creeping up on the rails.
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Reporting originally appeared via Football | The Guardian. Facts, quotes, and context in the source may differ from this rephrased briefing.