The World Cup Records That Look Set to Be Broken

The 2026 World Cup may only be 10 days old, but it has already begun to reshape the landscape of football history. As teams battle for supremacy on the pitch, several records have either been broken or are on the verge of being shattered. From the most goals scored in the opening matches to the fastest player to reach a certain milestone, this tournament is proving to be a landmark event. BBC Sport delves into the statistics and highlights that could soon see new names etched in the annals of the World Cup.