2026 World Cup sees seven own goals in first week of tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The 2026 World Cup has already seen seven own goals within the first week of competition. This record-setting pace comes after Australia conceded an own goal in the match against the United States. The previous World Cup record for own goals is 12, set during the 2018 tournament. With four weeks remaining in the tournament, this figure looks likely to be surpassed as teams continue to compete.
- •Seven own goals recorded so far in the tournament.
- •Australia contributed to the count with an own goal against the U.S.
- •The all-time World Cup record for own goals is 12.
- •Four weeks of competition remain in the tournament.
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"But what on earth has gotten into the defenders at this 2026 World Cup?After just one week of competition, the tournament has already produced seven own goals. The all-time World Cup record is 12, set...
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