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2026 World Cup: Potential Records for Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe, and Yamal

Several iconic football figures are poised to challenge longstanding World Cup records in 2026.

By Staff Correspondent
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In the upcoming 2026 World Cup, football legends such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, and Lamine Yamal are set to challenge and potentially break several iconic records. These include records for oldest coach, oldest goal scorer in knockout stages, most matches coached, most goals scored, and most clean sheets by a goalkeeper.

Oldest Coach and Goal Scorer Records

Dutch coach Dick Advocaat, aged 78, could break the record for the oldest coach in the World Cup, currently held by Otto Rehhagel. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, and Edin Dzeko are in contention to break the record for the oldest goal scorer in the knockout stages, held by Pepe.

Most Matches Coached and Goals Scored

Didier Deschamps is on the verge of breaking Helmut Schön’s record for the most matches coached in the World Cup. Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are close to breaking Miroslav Klose’s record for the most goals scored in World Cup history.

Clean Sheets and Multiple World Cup Appearances

Thibaut Courtois is nearing the record for the most clean sheets in the World Cup, currently shared by Peter Shilton and Fabien Barthez. Messi and Mbappe have the opportunity to break Cafu’s record for the most World Cup finals played.

FAQ

Who holds the record for the most goals in World Cup history?
Miroslav Klose holds the record with 16 goals.
Which player is closest to breaking Miroslav Klose's goal record?
Lionel Messi with 13 goals and Kylian Mbappe with 12 goals are closest.

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