The best goal-scoring average in 70 years, the milestones of Messi and Cristiano, the records of Mbappé and Haaland, the emergence of other young talents, the underdogs... The World Cup is on track to break records.

Petar Musa’s goal, on the final day of the first round of matches, delivered that feeling. Playing against a set English defence, Mario Pasalic’s chipped ball over the top perfectly met Ivan Perisic’s dart towards goal, taking advantage of Reece James’ blindside. At this point, many players would have attempted a low-percentage header.

Messi, Mbappé, Vinícius and more. Ranking the best World Cup goals through the first 24 matches of the 2026 tournament.

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

Liverpool is one of the jewels of English football. It’s either the Reds or Manchester United who stand as the greatest club in the country’s history. Liverpool has featured many impressive goal scorers over the years, some of the best to ever do it.