NewsBytes
    Hindi
    More
    In the news
    Virat Kohli
    Rohit Sharma
    Novak Djokovic
    Indian Cricket Team
    Rishabh Pant
    Rafael Nadal
    Hardik Pandya
    NewsBytes
    Hindi
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / Sports News / FIFA World Cup 2022: Key records that can be broken
    Sports

    FIFA World Cup 2022: Key records that can be broken

    FIFA World Cup 2022: Key records that can be broken
    Written by Rajdeep Saha
    Nov 11, 2022, 09:06 pm 3 min read
    FIFA World Cup 2022: Key records that can be broken
    Harry Kane can become England's top scorer in FIFA World Cup history

    The 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup is set to start on November 20. Hosts Qatar open the tournament against Ecuador in Group A. The World Cup will be braced for several of its records to be broken in Qatar this time. Besides several top players, many teams are also in search of breaking some major records. We decode the same.

    Muller can surpass Pele in terms of goals

    German ace Thomas Muller has been a great servant and will feature in his fourth World Cup. He made his debut in the 2010 edition. Muller has scored 10 goals for Germany in World Cup history. Notably, he is three shy of surpassing the tally of former Brazilian star Pele (12). Muller can also surpass Jurgen Klinsmann and Sandor Kocsis (11 each).

    Ronaldo and Messi to play their 5th World Cup

    Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are set to feature in their 5th World Cup (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018). Both players will equal Antonio Carbajal (Mexico), Lothar Matthaus (Germany), and Rafael Marquez (Mexico) in terms of playing 5 World Cups. Messi has played 19 WC matches. If Argentina reach the final, he will end up with 26 matches (highest-ever), surpassing Matthaus' tally of 25.

    Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar, and Kane can climb up the ladder

    Ronaldo has scored seven goals in World Cup history and can surpass former legends Maradona, Rivaldo (8 each), David Villa (9), and Gary Lineker (10) among several others. Meanwhile, the likes of Messi, Brazil's Neymar, and England's Harry Kane have all amassed six goals each.

    Harry Kane can achieve these records for England

    Kane can become England's highest-scorer in FIFA World Cup history. The Tottenham forward needs five goals to surpass former England star Lineker (10) to achieve this mark. Kane, who has scored 51 goals for England in all competitions, needs three more to surpass Wayne Rooney's tally of 53 to become his nation's top-scorer ever.

    Germany can equal Brazil's tally; Argentina aim to surpass Italy

    Germany last won the World Cup in 2014. It was their fourth honor. If Germany manage to win the trophy in Qatar, they will equal record holders Brazil (5). FIFA World Cup 2022 favorites Argentina are aiming to surpass Italy's tally of 37 games undefeated in men's international football (35). Argentina can win their 3rd ever World Cup after a gap of 36 years.

    Netherlands can equal this unique unwanted record

    Netherlands have managed to reach three World Cup finals, losing all of them. If they end up being runners-up in 2022, they will equal an unwanted record held by Germany (four-time runners-up)

    Messi and Kane can break these World Cup records

    Messi was adjudged Best Player award in the 2014 edition. If he manages to win another such award, he will be the first player in World Cup history to win multiple times. Kane can end up being the top scorer in successive World Cups. He scored six in 2018. He will be the first player to do so.

    Other notable records on offer

    If France defend the crown, they will be the third side in World Cup history to win successive editions after Italy (1934-38) and Brazil (1958-62). Messi can extend his record of most consecutive tournaments (4) with at least one assist. Spain have been awarded the most penalties (18) World Cups and can be the first team with a tally of 20-plus.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Latest
    FIFA World Cup
    Football
    Cristiano Ronaldo
    Lionel Messi

    Latest

    US: Rainstorms flood California, 14 dead, mass evacuation underway California
    India's Chandra telescope captures comet seen once in 50,000 years Space News
    Dewald Brevis smashes his second T20 fifty: Stats Dewald Brevis
    5 hormonal imbalances you need to be aware of Health & Wellness

    FIFA World Cup

    Didier Deschamps extends contract with France: Decoding his stats France Football Team
    Decoding Pele's astonishing stats at the FIFA World Cup Pelé
    Decoding the career achievements of Pele Pelé
    Brazil football legend Pele passes away aged 82: Details here Pelé

    Football

    Coppa Italia 2022-23, Inter Milan reach quarters: Key stats Inter Milan FC
    Carabao Cup 2022-23, Manchester United overcome Charlton in quarters: Stats Marcus Rashford
    FA Cup 2022-23, Arsenal blank Oxford United 3-0: Key stats FA Cup
    Gareth Bale announces retirement from football: Details here  Gareth Bale

    Cristiano Ronaldo

    Everything you need to know about Ronaldo's new club Al-Nassr Football
    Messi, Ronaldo likely to play a friendly fixture: Details here  Lionel Messi
    Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi club Al-Nassr: Details here Football
    Top 5 features of Cristiano Ronaldo's Rolls-Royce Dawn Christmas gift  Rolls-Royce

    Lionel Messi

    Year in review: BYJU'S highs and lows in 2022 BYJU'S
    'Maradona encouraged us from heaven,' Lionel Messi honors Argentine legend Argentina Football Team
    FIFA World Cup 2022: Major records scripted by Lionel Messi FIFA World Cup
    Lionel Messi helps Argentina win Qatar World Cup: Best reactions Argentina Football Team

    Love Sports News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    Sports Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity News Hollywood News Bollywood News UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023