14 Records Broken at 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, as reported by FIFA, witnessed the breaking of 14 significant records. Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41 years old, became the first player to score in six different World Cups and the second oldest goalscorer in World Cup history, following Roger Milla.

Kylian Mbappé overtook Miroslav Klose to become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history with 22 career goals. Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory, surpassing Klose's record with 23 goals and becoming the captain to score in nine consecutive World Cup matches.

Messi also set a new record for long-range goals in World Cup history with seven. Spain's midfield broke its own passing record with 790 successful passes, while the Spanish goalkeeper achieved seven clean sheets in eight matches, surpassing the previous record of five.

The tournament also saw Louis van Gaal become the oldest coach at 78 years and 271 days, and Manzambi became the youngest substitute to score twice in a World Cup match.