
Argentina first World Cup finalist without a shot in 90 minutes
Argentina became the first World Cup finalist to not register a single shot during the 90 minutes of regulation time, according to match statistics.
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Argentina became the first World Cup finalist to not register a single shot during the 90 minutes of regulation time, according to match statistics.

Mexico has won four consecutive World Cup matches without conceding a goal, scoring eight times. They are the first team to start with four clean sheet wins since Italy in 1990.

The 2026 World Cup group stage recorded an average of 2.99 goals per game, the highest since 1958. However, knockout rounds historically see a decline in scoring. The expanded 48-team format delivered unexpected entertainment.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches its 1000th match, FIFA highlights historic milestone games, from the first matches in 1930 to centenary finals and simultaneous kick-offs.