Own goals surge at expanded World Cup threatens tournament record (opens original article in a new tab)

The 2026 World Cup has seen a surge in own goals, with seven recorded in the first 10 days, making it the second-highest in history.

• Own goals have increased in the 2026 World Cup, with seven recorded in the first 10 days.
• The 2026 tournament has seen a record of two own goals for the United States, matching France's 2014 and 2018 records.
• The 2026 World Cup has the second-highest own goals in history, with 12 in 2018 being the highest.