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Who scored the most goals at a World Cup?

Ever wondered who holds the record for most goals scored at a single World Cup, and which teams have been the most prolific in tournament history? GOAL has you covered.

What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Meaning, rules & winners

Everything you need to know about the historic World Cup Golden Boot, including past winners and the rules of the award.

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Iran hit back at Donald Trump over World Cup withdrawal row

The Iranian football federation has issued a defiant response to Donald Trump after the United States president suggested their presence at the 2026 World Cup would be "inappropriate" for their own safety. Tensions have reached a breaking point following the commencement of military strikes in the region, leaving Team Melli’s participation in the upcoming tournament on American soil unlikely.

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Brazil reveal historic Jordan Brand kit for France clash

Brazil have officially unveiled a revolutionary partnership with Jordan Brand, marking the first time the iconic Jumpman logo will appear on a national team football kit. The historic threads are set for a high-profile debut in end of March.

U.S. President Trump says Iran should skip World Cup 'for safety'

United States President Donald Trump insisted that the Iranian soccer team are welcome to come to the U.S. for the World Cup this summer, despite the political tensions between the two nations - while warning that traveling to the United States could put their “life and safety” at risk. The U.S. have repeatedly bombed the country in recent weeks, and Iranian officials admitted the team 'cannot' participate in the tournament.

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Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	آرسنال	8	8	0	0	23	4	19	24	W W W W W
2	بايرن ميونخ	8	7	0	1	22	8	14	21	W W W L W
3	ليفربول	8	6	0	2	20	8	12	18	W W W L W
4	توتنهام هوتسبير	8	5	2	1	17	7	10	17	W W W L W
5	برشلونة	8	5	1	2	22	14	8	16	W W W L D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

آرسنال

W
W
W
W
W

بايرن ميونخ

W
W
W
L
W

ليفربول

W
W
W
L
W

توتنهام هوتسبير

W
W
W
L
W

برشلونة

W
W
W
L
D

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 tickets?

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Iran, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

Can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 resale tickets?

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

Will there be an opportunity to purchase Iran World Cup 2026 tickets directly at the stadium?

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Who has scored the most goals for Iran at World Cup Finals?

Iran’s heavy 6-2 loss to England in their opener at the 2022 World Cup was a bitter pill to swallow, but Mehdi Taremi's consolation double strike meant that he became Iran’s top World Cup scorer of all-time. The Olympiacos striker will be hoping to add to his tally further in North America. In terms of World Cup appearances, Ehsan Hajsafi tops Iran's standings with 9 caps, after playing in all his side's matches at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 tournaments.