The prestigious Copa America trophy is up for grabs this weekend as Argentina face Colombia in a thrilling showdown on 15th July in Miami.

Beyond the coveted title, the race for the Golden Boot is also intensely competitive, with some of the best goal scorers in the CONMEBOL vying for the top spot.

The race for the Golden Boot remains wide open. Six players from these two teams are in contention for the award, given to the tournament's top scorer. Lautaro Martinez leads the pack with four goals, making him the frontrunner. However, his position is far from secure, with other players hot on his heels.

Other Contenders

Julian Alvarez (Argentina) - 2 goals

Luis Diaz (Colombia) - 2 goals

Jhon Córdoba (Colombia) - 2 goals

Daniel Muñoz (Colombia) - 2 goals

Jefferson Lerma (Colombia) - 2 goals

Interestingly, Lionel Messi, the previous edition's Golden Boot winner, is not in the running this time. The Argentine superstar has had a relatively quiet tournament by his standards, scoring only once in the semi-final against Canada.

However, given his extraordinary talent, a hat-trick in the final could still see him back in contention.

Lautaro Martinez, the Inter Milan star, appears poised to claim the Golden Boot this year, having netted four times in four matches, including a brace against Peru. Nevertheless, the final could shift the standings significantly, with several players still in the mix.

What Happens in the Event of a Tie?

If multiple players end the tournament with the same number of goals, the Golden Boot winner will be determined by the number of assists each player has provided.

If another tie happens, the award will go to the player who has played the fewest minutes in the tournament.