Spain Wins 2026 FIFA World Cup; Mbappé Sets Scoring Record

The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with Spain lifting the trophy for the second time after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final. This tournament, the first to feature 48 teams, saw a total of 308 goals scored across 104 matches, averaging 2.96 goals per game, the highest since the 1970 World Cup.

Kylian Mbappé of France finished as the tournament's leading scorer with 10 goals, making him the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot at two tournaments. He also became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose's record of 16.

The tournament also noted significant contributions from set pieces, with 54 goals scored from dead-ball situations, and an increase in long-range goals, totaling 43. Crosses were effective, accounting for 24% of all goals scored, including Ferran Torres' decisive goal in the final.