World Cup 2026: Brahim Díaz becomes assist king and record-breaker

Moroccan attacking midfielder Brahim Díaz is making history in the World Cup, demonstrating exceptional performances and setting new benchmarks. He has already recorded four assists in the tournament, breaking the long-standing record for the most assists by any African player in World Cup history.

Díaz's achievement places him in elite company. He is now only the second African footballer ever to register three assists in a single World Cup edition. The first was his compatriot Tahar El-Khalej, who accomplished the feat in the 1998 tournament.

With a decisive impact in every match he plays, Díaz has solidified his status as one of the tournament's most influential playmakers. His ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates underscores his value to the Moroccan squad and his growing reputation on the international stage.

The statistics shared by FIFA World Cup Stats highlight his remarkable achievement: "BRAHIM DÍAZ IS A WORLD CUP LEGEND! With 4 assists, he now owns the ALL-TIME record for most assists by any African player in FIFA World Cup history! Only the SECOND African ever to hit 3 assists in a single tournament, joining Morocco’s Tahar El-Khalej (1998)."

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BRAHIM DÍAZ IS A WORLD CUP LEGEND! With 4 assists, he now owns the ALL-TIME record for most assists by any African player in FIFA World Cup history! Only the SECOND African ever to hit 3 assists in a single tournament, joining Morocco’s Tahar El-Khalej (1998).