Hungary holds record for goals scored in World Cup history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Hungary stands out with a record 87 goals scored in 32 matches, an average of 2.72 goals per game. Despite this historical success, Hungary has not qualified for the tournament since 1986. Their notable offensive displays were highlighted in the 1938 and 1954 World Cups, where they lost in the finals despite impressive victories, including a 9-0 win over South Korea. This year's tournament will mark Hungary's ongoing absence, further emphasizing their historical goal-scoring prowess.
- •Hungary has not qualified for a World Cup since 1986.
- •They scored 15 goals in the 1938 tournament and 27 in 1954.
- •Sándor Kocsis scored 11 goals in the 1954 World Cup.
- •Hungary holds the record for largest margin of victory, 9-0 against South Korea in 1954.
- •Next World Cup matches are set to begin in eight days.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — 8 days to the World Cup: No one has scored more than Hungary
"With 87 goals in 32 World Cup matches, Hungary's attack was once something to be feared.
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