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Spain's road to semi-final: every goal so far
Relive every goal Spain have scored on their way to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, where they will face France at Dallas Stadium.
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France's World Cup goals: Semi-final run
Watch every goal scored by France on their way to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, where they will face Spain.
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England's 2026 World Cup campaign: All goals so far
Relive every goal scored by England in the 2026 World Cup as Thomas Tuchel's side prepares for a quarter-final clash against Norway at Miami Stadium.
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Highest-scoring teams in FIFA World Cup history
This article lists the highest-scoring teams in FIFA World Cup history, highlighting their goal tallies and notable performances. It provides a factual overview of the most prolific offenses in the tournament's history.
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Late goals, comebacks and upsets: Is this the best World Cup ever?
The 2026 World Cup has set records for goals per game, late winners, and attendance. With 280 goals in 96 matches, an average of 2.92 per game, and eight goalless draws, the tournament has delivered drama and competitive balance. The Golden Boot race features four stars with six or more goals.
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Premier League Dominance at World Cup: Goals, Assists, and Wealth
The Premier League has been the most influential domestic league at the 2026 World Cup, with 154 players and over 500 appearances. Premier League players have scored 67 goals, nearly double La Liga's total, and lead in assists. The league's financial power underpins its dominance.
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Crystal Palace and Sunderland Lead Premier League World Cup Goals
Crystal Palace and Sunderland have scored the most World Cup goals among Premier League clubs after the group stage, with seven each. Only Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have more goals from their players in the tournament.
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History
Five Players Score Four Goals in World Cup Group Stage, a First
For the first time in World Cup history, five players have each scored four goals in the group stage, a record attributed to the expanded 48-team format.
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History
France matches Poland's 1974 group-stage feat with two four-goal
France becomes the first team since Poland in 1974 to have two players score four goals each in the group stage of a major tournament.
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World Cup's Best Matches, Moments, Goals & Players So Far – Ranked
Two weeks into the World Cup, BBC Sport ranks the best matches, moments, players, and goals. Highlights include Erling Haaland's double for Norway, Lionel Messi's hat-trick, and Cristiano Ronaldo making history at six tournaments.
Players
Haaland Scores Four Goals in First Two World Cup Games
Erling Haaland has scored four goals in his first two World Cup matches, becoming Norway's top scorer in the tournament.
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Mbappé matches Klose's World Cup goal record with 16 goals
Kylian Mbappé has reached Miroslav Klose's World Cup goal record of 16 goals, placing him second behind Lionel Messi who has 18.
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Ousmane Dembélé Scores First World Cup Goal
Ousmane Dembélé scored his first career goal at the World Cup. The milestone came during the tournament.
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Messi's Record-Breaking Goal Against Austria: All Angles
Watch all angles of Lionel Messi's record-breaking opening goal in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria.
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Lamine Yamal: Goals Not My Obsession, Only Winning Matters
Lamine Yamal says he does not obsess over scoring goals, emphasizing that his style differs from older stars like Mbappé and Messi. His sole focus is winning.
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Deniz Undav Records 3 Goals, 2 Assists in Two World Cup Games
Deniz Undav has scored three goals and provided two assists in his first two World Cup matches, making a strong impact for Germany.
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Fastest World Cup to 100 Goals in 68 Years: Ball and Format Factors
The 2026 World Cup reached 100 goals in just 33 games, the fastest since 1958. The Adidas 'Trionda' ball and expanded 48-team format are cited as possible reasons for the goal surge, with an average of 3.09 goals per game.
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Gakpo scores 100th goal of World Cup
Cody Gakpo scored the 100th goal of the World Cup, netting his second of the match to put the Netherlands 4-0 ahead against Sweden.
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Eleven Players Score Multiple Goals in Single Game at 2026 World Cup
Eleven players have scored two or more goals in a single match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting the tournament's offensive firepower.
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Best World Cup Goals from Round One: Messi, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
Watch the best goals from the first round of the 2026 World Cup, including strikes from Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. Video available to UK users only.