Brazil remain the highest-scoring nation in FIFA World Cup history with 247 goals, despite being eliminated by Norway in the Round of 16 of the 2026 tournament. Germany sit second with 243 goals after their own early exit in the Round of 32. The updated rankings come after the quarter-finals held on July 10, 2026.
Top Five Historical Scorers
According to FIFA's official statistics, Brazil have scored 247 goals in 119 World Cup matches, keeping them ahead of Germany's 243 goals from 116 games. Defending champions Argentina are third with 166 goals, while France occupy fourth with 152 goals. Italy, despite failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, complete the top five with 128 goals, reflecting their historic success.
Remaining Teams Can Still Climb
Several nations still competing in the 2026 World Cup have the opportunity to improve their totals before the final. France, led by Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, have secured a semi-final spot and will face Spain. Argentina, inspired by Lionel Messi, are also still alive, while England, with Harry Kane leading the attack, remain in the hunt. Spain currently have 119 goals, England 115, Netherlands 107, Uruguay 92, and Hungary and Sweden are tied at 87 goals each.
Full All-Time World Cup Goals List After Quarter-Finals
- Brazil — 247 goals
- Germany — 243 goals
- Argentina — 166 goals
- France — 152 goals
- Italy — 128 goals
- Spain — 119 goals
- England — 115 goals
- Netherlands — 107 goals
- Uruguay — 92 goals
- Hungary — 87 goals (joint)
- Sweden — 87 goals (joint)
Brazil and Germany will not add to their totals this year, but the remaining teams have at least one more match to climb the historic rankings before the 2026 FIFA World Cup concludes.
