Cody Gakpo Scores Historic 100th Goal of 2026 World Cup
June 21, 2026 · Adrián Gómez
Cody Gakpo of the Netherlands scored the 100th goal of the 2026 World Cup, setting a milestone for the tournament.
In a thrilling match between the Netherlands and Sweden, Cody Gakpo made history by scoring the 100th goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With the Netherlands triumphing 5-1, Gakpo's double was pivotal in reaching this significant milestone. The expanded tournament, featuring 48 nations, is expected to set new records, likely surpassing the previous high of 172 goals achieved during the Qatar 2022 World Cup. As the tournament progresses, it edges closer to breaking this record. Despite the anticipated increase in total goals, the record for the highest average goals per match remains with Switzerland 1954, which boasted an impressive 5.38 goals per game.
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