2026 World Cup Goals: Every Group-Stage Score Ranked From Best To Worst

In the biggest edition of the World Cup yet, there's a good chance we'll see more goals than ever before – and we've already witnessed some bangers and golazos. 

Messi continues to do what he does best and make history. Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland are joining the fun. And we saw Germany score an eye-opening seven goals in its opener. 

From own goals to how well a player hit a penalty kick and then the biggest rockets of the tournament, we will have you covered. We are here to let you know which are the best of the best. 

Here's every goal ranked.

On a night when Lionel Messi scored an astonishing three goals (his first-ever World Cup hat trick), the first one stood out the most. 

Algeria gave Messi too much space in the middle of the field, and he made them pay. Argentina's captain and superstar delivered a magical goal to open his account at the 2026 World Cup.

Messi picked up the ball in midfield and was able to turn toward the goal. He dribbled forward, put the ball on his left foot and put the ball in the top corner. It was a moment of magic from Messi, who had a goal ruled out for offside in the early minutes of the game.

Two more goals ensued, but this set up what would be an unforgettable night in Kansas City. 

After tying the record for most goals in the history of France's men's team, Kylian Mbappé set the new mark in style.

Mbappé picked up possession after Michael Olise was fouled, but the referee played the advantage. From there, he unleashed a laser past Senegal keeper Édouard Mendy for a record-setting goal. It also put a ribbon on France's win over a quality Senegal team.

Sweden got on the board in the seventh minute in its World Cup opener through midfielder Yasin Ayari, who hammered home a shot from