FULL LIST: Biggest records broken at 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, expanded to 48 teams for the first time, concluded with Spain claiming their second title after a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final. The tournament was marked by a surge in scoring, achieving the highest goals-per-game average in over five decades with 2.96 goals per match, a figure not seen since the 1970 World Cup.

This edition also saw an unprecedented number of prolific scorers, with six players scoring at least six goals. Kylian Mbappé of France emerged as the tournament's top scorer with 10 goals, becoming the first player to win the Golden Boot at two different World Cups and the first to score 10 goals in a single tournament since Gerd Müller in 1970. Mbappé's remarkable performance also saw him break the all-time World Cup scoring record, finishing with 22 goals and surpassing Lionel Messi.

Set pieces continued to be a significant factor, accounting for 54 goals, with 38 originating from corners, free-kicks, or long throw-ins. Additionally, long-range goals saw a notable increase, with 43 goals scored from outside the penalty area, including seven direct free-kicks. These statistical highlights underscore a dynamic and high-scoring tournament that captivated fans worldwide.