Goals galore, games and one-of-a-kind Messi – World Cup enters new phase

ACROSS 17 days of action in Canada, Mexico and the United States, 72 games were played in group stage, and 215 goals were scored.

The drama on the field remains unmatched, and the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 can already be considered a success. Right until the final group game, there was still plenty to play for.​