World Cup 2026 sets all-time attendance record as group stage concludes

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

World Cup 2026 sets all-time attendance record as group stage concludes

Summary

The 2026 World Cup has achieved a new all-time attendance record, surpassing 3,587,538, which was set during the 1994 tournament. The group stage has just concluded, showcasing the enthusiasm and creativity of fans from all 48 teams. Festivities featured varied cultural expressions, including Mexico's duck mascot and Norway's Viking rowers. With the knockout rounds approaching, the vibrant atmosphere created by supporters around the globe continues to build.

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•New attendance record surpasses 3,587,538 from 1994 World Cup.
•Group stage of World Cup 2026 has just concluded.
•Fans displayed creativity with mascots and cultural events.
•Knockout rounds are set to begin soon.

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11:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — World Cup 2026 colour chart: fans of all 48 teams join the party – in pictures

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As the World Cup enters the knockout rounds, we take a look at the creativity and emotion that fans of all 48 teams showed in the group stage The 2026 World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record for the men’s tournament, surpassing the previous record of 3,587,538 set during the 1994 World Cup – and the group stages have only just ended. As ever, fans have brought colour and fun to the tournament – from Mexico’s duck mascot to Norway’s Viking rowers, with plenty more in between. Here are a selection of our favourite images of fans at the matches and at watch parties across the globe. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Steven Bloor

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The Guardian SportJun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM
World Cup 2026 colour chart: fans of all 48 teams join the party – in pictures
As the World Cup enters the knockout rounds, we take a look at the creativity and emotion that fans of all 48 teams showed in the group stage The 2026 World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record for the men’s tournament, surpassing the previous record of 3,587,538 set during the 1994 World Cup – and the group stages have only just ended. As ever, fans have brought colour and fun to the tournament – from Mexico’s duck mascot to Norway’s Viking rowers, with plenty more in between. Here are a selection of our favourite images of fans at the matches and at watch parties across the globe. Continue reading...

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