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Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates the draw with Spain Roberto Schmidt More teams, more entertainment. The 2026 World Cup’s expansion to 48 teams has delivered so far, with goals flying in at a rate of 2.95 per game, the highest since 1970.
The FIFA World Cup brings together the best of the best. But sometimes big-time blowouts can occur. European side Hungary owns the record for the biggest defeat inflicted on an opponent, with a new scoreline emerging in the 48-team 2026 tournament.
