Here are the top 7 players who have scored the most goals in the FIFA World Cup finals, with Argentina's famous star Lionel Messi holding the number one spot.
On 5 Jul 2026 GMT+7, the top 7 goal scorers in FIFA World Cup finals were revealed. Leading the list is Lionel Messi, Argentina's renowned star and the 2022 champion, who has scored a total of 20 goals, including 7 goals in the latest 2026 World Cup tournament.
In second place is French striker Kylian Mbappé, who has 19 goals, including 7 goals in this World Cup as well. At just 27 years old, he has the opportunity to surpass the record. Meanwhile, Messi is now 39 years old. Here is the list of the seven players with the most goals in the FIFA World Cup finals.
Top 7 highest goal scorers in the FIFA World Cup finals
1.) Lionel Messi (Argentina) 20 goals
2.) Kylian Mbappé (France) 19 goals
3.) Miroslav Klose (Germany) 16 goals
4.) Ronaldo (Brazil) 15 goals
5.) Gerd Müller (Germany) 14 goals
6.) Harry Kane (England) 13 goals
7.) Just Fontaine (France) 13 goals