Most goals in World Cup history: Where Messi, Mbappe rank among FIFA's top scorers all time originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The 2026 edition of the World Cup is well underway, and the world's best are back out on the pitch for another chase at the trophy.

Here are the best of the best from the first set of match days at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is witnessing an unprecedented goal rush, reaching 100 goals in a record 33 matches, the fastest since 1958. Cody Gakpo's strike for the Netherlands against Sweden marked the milestone.

Spain phenom Lamine Yamal outdoes Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo with historic World Cup goal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Wunderkind is a German word that has been adopted into the English language. Translated, it means "wonder child."

Relive the greatest moments in FIFA World Cup history — from iconic goals and shocking upsets to legendary performances that changed football forever. This countdown of the Top 100 World Cup Moments captures the passion,