The 2026 FIFA World Cup recorded a record attendance of 6,810,966 fans, making it the highest-attended edition in the tournament's history. The 23rd edition, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico over 39 days, featured 104 matches across 16 stadiums.

It also marked the first time 48 teams participated in the competition. This historic fan turnout was accompanied by a goal-scoring spree, with 308 goals scored in the tournament, making it the largest and most prominent edition in World Cup history.