Stats & records: the standout figures from the 2026 World Cup
104 matches played, 308 goals scored; Kylian Mbappé top scorer with 22; Didier Deschamps most successful coach with 19 wins.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Stats & records: the standout figures from the 2026 World Cup — Saturday, July 25, 2026
Post-tournament analysis highlights over 40 records broken including attendance and goals; Spain's title win and coaching milestones confirmed. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with the final set for July 19 at the New York/New Jersey host stadium.
Biggest developments
World Cup 2026 concludes with over 40 new records broken
Spain won the 2026 World Cup as more than 40 records were broken, including milestones for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Records broken at the World Cup 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo and Eloy Room were among those to set FIFA World Cup records.
Important posts & threads
Mark van Bommel appointed Belgium manager
Mark van Bommel has been appointed #Belgium manager until Euro 2028, replacing Rudi Garcia following the Red Devils' quarter-final exit to Spain at the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup keeps getting bigger
The World Cup keeps getting bigger 🌍🏆 2022 - 32 teams 2026 - 48 teams 2030 - 64 teams
Jimin impact at FIFA World Cup 2026
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Why this matters
Post-event records and personnel changes shape future tournament planning and national team strategies.