QUIZ: Can you list all 38 players who scored two or more goals in the 2026 World Cup?
We’ve seen an exciting barrage of goals at this summer’s World Cup so far!
In just 17 thrilling days, a total of 216 goals have been scored. There have been 18 group-stage games where teams won by three or more goals—a big jump from the five such games at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
France, Germany, and the Netherlands lead the group stage with 10 goals each, while Argentina, the United States, Canada, Norway, Senegal, and Brazil have all scored eight times.
This year, the average goals per game (2.99) is the highest since the 32-team format started back in 1998.
Sure, the tournament growing to 48 teams has helped boost the number of goals, but we can’t forget the amazing Lionel Messi. He’s the top scorer right now!
After scoring twice against Austria, Messi passed Germany’s Miroslav Klose to become the World Cup’s all-time top scorer with 18 goals.
Messi is just one of 38 players who have scored in this tournament. Can you name the rest? If you get 25 or more, give yourself a big pat on the back!
We’d love to hear how you do—drop your thoughts in the comments!