Mbappé ahead of Messi: the rules for ranking scorers
Kylian Mbappé is ahead of Lionel Messi in the World Cup scorer rankings, but why?
When the number of goals is the same, the race for the Golden Shoe is decided on crucial details. It's not just a question of scoring goals, but also who provided the assist and who spent the least time on the pitch. This clarifies the hierarchy established by FIFA which distinguishes the two football superstars.
Currently, Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi both have a total of six goals at this World Cup. However, Mbappé finds himself in the lead thanks to his assists and reduced playing time. Statistics show that every assist counts in this fierce battle, and every minute spent on the pitch can be the difference between first and second place.
