FIFA World Cup 2026: 75 goals scored in opening round, average crosses 3.1 per match

Mexico (Web Desk): The opening round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has seen a total of 75 goals scored, pushing the average to 3.1 goals per match.

This marks the first time since 1958 that the opening phase of a World Cup has recorded more than three goals per game on average.

Statistics show that 600 shots were taken across the first 24 matches, with 200 on target. Out of these, 9 matches ended in draws, highlighting the competitive nature of the early stage.

In passing metrics, Spain has emerged as the leading side, completing 811 passes in a single match. Overall, the tournament has recorded 22,520 total passes, with 19,264 completed successfully.

Germany registered the biggest win so far with a seven-goal performance in a single match, while Turkey produced the most aggressive attacking display with 30 shots in one game.

Uruguay has stood out in crossing and set-piece play, recording 42 crosses and 14 corners, the highest in both categories.

So far in the tournament, there have been 205 corners, 72 offsides, 52 yellow cards, and only 3 red cards.

On the individual front, Argentina’s Lionel Messi is among the joint top scorers with 3 goals. Turkey’s Arda Güler leads in shots with 8 attempts, while Ivory Coast’s Amad Diallo tops the dribbling charts. Germany’s Joshua Kimmich has emerged as a key playmaker with two assists in the opening stage.