INGLEWOOD, USA (Kashmir English): The 2026 FIFA World Cup became the highest-scoring edition in the tournament’s history during the United States-Turkey Group D match on Thursday.
Auston Trusty’s early scoring for the USA produced the record-breaking 173rd goal and eclipsed the previous mark of 172 set at Qatar 2022.
Turkey, however, snatched a last-gasp 3-2 win to lift the tournament total to 177 goals. The record was broken in the 59th match of the World Cup.
By comparison, the previous record of 172 goals was recorded over all 64 matches at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Expanded 2026 World Cup
This year’s tournament features 104 matches, 40 more than the 64 played at Qatar in 2022, following FIFA’s expansion from 32 to 48 teams.
“Surpassing the previous highest of 172 goals from Qatar underscores the excitement and attacking prowess that have already made the 2026 @fifaworldcup so unforgettable,” FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Instagram.
