Mbappe leads Golden Boot race after France exit

France lost to Spain in the World Cup semifinal, ending their title defense.

Kylian Mbappe scored eight goals and three assists in six matches before the semifinal.

Mbappe failed to register a shot on target against Spain, only the second time in his World Cup career.

Mbappe is tied with Lionel Messi on eight goals but leads on assists; Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have six goals each.

Mbappe will play in the third-place playoff, which could decide the Golden Boot winner.