According to data compiled by ActionNetwork.com, stars including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe could rewrite parts of World Cup history, while leading nations such as Argentina, Brazil, Germany, France, England and Mexico also have major records within reach.

From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo pursuing records that may never be matched, to Kylian Mbappé hunting milestones that could place him among the greatest World Cup players of all time, the 2026 tournament offers an extraordinary opportunity for football's biggest names to rewrite the record books