The 2026 FIFA World Cup has set a new tournament record with 11 comeback victories.
Belgium provided the most dramatic example. After trailing Senegal 2-0, a deficit historically fatal in World Cup play, Belgium scored three unanswered goals to secure a 3-2 victory and advance to the knockout stages.
For perspective, the all-time World Cup comeback records belong to Brazil, with 16, and Germany, with 15, accumulated across decades of competition. The 2026 tournament’s total signals remarkable competitive balance.
Notably, the tournament has been quiet regarding cryptocurrency sponsorships, a stark contrast to the 2022 Qatar World Cup and recent Super Bowls, where crypto exchange branding and fan token trading were prominent.