History
Youngest goalscorers in FIFA World Cup history
A look at the youngest players to score in FIFA World Cup tournaments, from Pelé to current stars, highlighting their ages and the matches in which they made history.
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Players
Eloy Room sets World Cup record with 15 saves in Man of the Match
Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room was named FIFA Man of the Match after making 15 saves in a World Cup match, the most ever in 90 minutes.
Matches
Paraguay Score Fastest Goal of World Cup
Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the FIFA World Cup so far, finding the net just 64 seconds into the match.
Players
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes oldest outfield starter in World Cup history
Cristiano Ronaldo set a new record as the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match, at 41 years and 132 days.
Players
Mbappé breaks Giroud's France scoring record with 58 goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored 58 goals in 99 international appearances, breaking Olivier Giroud's record to become France's all-time top scorer.
Players
Mbappé surpasses Messi and Pelé in World Cup goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored more World Cup goals than Lionel Messi and Pelé, according to a recent statistic.
Players
Kylian Mbappe breaks France national scoring record
Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time leading scorer, surpassing a long-standing record. The 25-year-old forward achieved the milestone during a recent match, cementing his place in French football history.
Players
Mbappe equals France scoring record, eyes more milestones
Kylian Mbappe scored his 57th goal for France in a World Cup opener against Senegal, tying Olivier Giroud's record. At 27, he is poised to become the nation's all-time top scorer and potentially surpass Miroslav Klose's World Cup record of 16 goals.
History
Czechia's World Cup history, records and 2026 fixtures
Czechia returns to the FIFA World Cup in 2026 after a 20-year absence, qualifying via dramatic penalty shootouts. They will face Mexico, South Africa, and Korea Republic in Group A. The team, now coached by Miroslav Koubek, has a rich history including two runner-up finishes as Czechoslovakia.
Players
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first man to score at five World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by becoming the only male player to score at five different FIFA World Cup tournaments, a record that underscores his longevity and goal-scoring prowess on the global stage.