Complete Roster of Highest-Scoring Players Following Initial Round of World Cup Competition

The inaugural matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, now featuring 48 teams competing across 12 groups, got off to a thrilling start, with numerous unexpected outcomes and a plethora of goals.

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The first week of the tournament saw several underdog teams make a name for themselves, including Cape Verde, who made their debut by holding former champions Spain to a 0-0 draw.

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Morocco also pulled off a notable feat by holding five-time winners Brazil to a 1-1 draw, catching the attention of fans worldwide.

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DR Congo secured a surprise point against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, with the match ending in a 1-1 stalemate, further highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament.

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The United States, as hosts, made a strong impression with a convincing 4-1 win over Paraguay, setting the tone for their campaign.

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Defending champions Argentina, meanwhile, launched their title defence in impressive fashion, securing a 3-0 victory over Algeria.

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With over 50 players already having found the back of the net after the first round of matches, the competition for the Golden Boot is intensifying.

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The top scorers after Round 1 include Lionel Messi of Argentina with 3 goals, closely followed by a group of players with 2 goals each.

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This group of players with 2 goals includes Erling Haaland of Norway, Kylian Mbappe of France, Harry Kane of England, Folarin Balogun of the USA, Elijah Just of New Zealand, Yasin Ayari of Sweden, and Kai Havertz of Germany.