Who will be the Euro 2024 Golden Boot winner come the end of the tournament? In an intriguing twist to the usual rules, the answer to that question could be as many as SIX players.
Previously, UEFA had suggested that if a player was tied with another on goals scored, then the winner of the Golden Boot would be determined firstly by assists, and then by minutes played. That would mean, heading into today’s final between England and Spain, that Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo would currently sit in prime position to win the award with three goals and two assists.
However, a late rule change has seen UEFA announce the prestigious prize would be shared if multiple players end the tournament tied on goals - which currently means the award would be won by six players. However, there are four players likely to start today’s Euro 2024 final that could still win the award outright, should they score in today’s showcase game.
Want to know which players could win the Euro 2024 Golden Boot? Here is every player who has a chance of lifting the award.
5. Jamal Musiala - Germany
The Bayern Munich forward was the favourite to win the award 10 days ago, however, Germany's quarter final exit to Spain meant he was unable to add to his three goals. He could still share the award, depending on who scores in today's final between England and Spain. | AFP via Getty Images
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6. Ivan Schranz - Slovakia
He was knocked out with his Slovakia team mates at the last 16 stage by England but could still share the Golden Boot award after scoring three goals in four games for his country. | Getty Images
7. Jude Bellingham - England
The Real Madrid midfielder would need to score in today's final to have any chance of lifting the award. However, as one of England's key players, he has two goals already and you wouldn't bet against him coming up trumps for the Three Lions this evening. | Getty Images
8. Fabian Ruiz - Spain
The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has had an outstanding tournament. He's scored two and assisted another two and, should he get on the scoresheet again tonight, he will stand a chance at winning the Golden Boot award. | Getty Images