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Mbappé becomes first two-time Golden Boot winner after Messi is blanked in the World Cup final
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk BRIAN MAHONEY, Associated Press , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The match in question involved Argentina and Spain, with Argentina losing 1-0.
A notable achievement in the soccer world has been reported. Kylian Mbappé, a French striker, has become the first player to win the Golden Boot award twice. This milestone was reached after a recent World Cup final match.
The match in question involved Argentina and Spain, with Argentina losing 1-0. Lionel Messi, an Argentine player, did not score in this game. As a result, Mbappé secured his second Golden Boot award.
Further details about this achievement and the World Cup final match are available from the source. Local soccer fans in Odessa may be interested in learning more about Mbappé's record-breaking win.
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Category: local Published: July 19, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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