AWARD
FIFA World Cup Golden Boot
Overview
The FIFA World Cup Golden Boot is the tournament award presented to the leading goalscorer.
History
FIFA records that the modern award was first presented in 1982 under the name Golden Shoe and was renamed the Golden Boot in 2010. It provides a natural award hub linking tournament editions and elite scorers across World Cup history.
Sources
FIFA: Golden Boot historyPublisher: FIFA · Accessed: 2026-10-08
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