Cody Gakpo

Why the 2026 World Cup Is Scoring Goals at a Historic Rate

June 21, 2026 by James Whitmore

The 2026 World Cup hit 100 goals in just 33 games, the fastest since 1958. We examine the tactical, technical and structural reasons behind the scoring surge.

Categories Analysis Tags 48-Team Format, Cody Gakpo, Goals Record, tactical analysis, tournament football, World Cup 2026, xG

World Cup 2026: A Guide to Football’s Biggest-Ever Tournament

The story so far. The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs 11 June to 19 July across the USA,…

By James Whitmore

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