World Cup Own-Goal Total Nears Unwanted Record
The 2026 World Cup is on pace to break an unwelcome record for own goals. On Wednesday night, Qatar defender Sultan Al Braka scored into his own net in the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, making it the tournament’s 10th own goal.
That figure has been reached after 50 matches in the competition so far. The current record is 12 own goals, set at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, so three more own goals from here would establish a new high.
Because this World Cup will feature 104 matches, the article says the record is expected to fall comfortably before the tournament ends. The report was published by Sport 5 on June 24, 2026, at 22:45.
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