The 2026 World Cup has 12 own goals so far, which equals the tournament record set at Russia 2018.

Quick Scoop

That means the current tournament is tied for the most own goals ever seen in a single World Cup. Reports from late June 2026 said the total reached 12 during the group stage, before the knockout rounds fully unfolded.

Context

  • Record in a single World Cup: 12 own goals.
  • 2026 World Cup total so far: 12 own goals.
  • Several outlets described it as a striking, unusually high-scoring own-goal tournament.

So, the simple answer is: 12 own goals.