so messi needs 3 goals or 2 goals and 2

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it is , but its a market that can change quickly with even one goal

its not over yet with two to play

he takes the penalties and free kicks... not impossible for him

and if he gets a 3rd place playoff every chance it will be more open that the final

goals in the 3rd place play off shouldn't count for the golden boot

Only golden boot has a winner en decided on assets & if still all square then the least amount of playing wins it for the player.
      The top goal scorer different that can be a dead heat so it depends wot market we on about here ?

http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/awards/golden-boot/index.html

I thought Messi along with his team mates would have scored a lot more in the group phase. I think he's lost his chance.