It should not come as a surprise, as the FIFA World Cup has been hailed as the greatest sporting event of all time. The tournament sees the highest number of fans with high-profile celebrities in the stands. This year’s major is in its group stage phase and yet has made some incredible records.
FIFA hails record-breaking early attendance at 2026 World Cup amid surprises and scrutiny
FIFA has praised fans for their "incredible support" as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets off to a strong start, reporting an average attendance of more than 63,000 across the first 12 matches, with stadiums operating at 99.5% capacity.
The co-hosted tournament across the United States, Canada, and Mexico has already delivered memorable moments both on and off the pitch. In one of the biggest shocks of the young competition, debutants Cape Verde held European champions Spain to a thrilling 0-0 draw, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a heroic performance full of crucial saves to earn man-of-the-match honors.
FIFA highlighted packed venues, including the vibrant Brazil vs. Morocco clash, as evidence of strong fan enthusiasm for the expanded 48-team format. Officials project the tournament could surpass the all-time cumulative attendance record of 3.5 million set by the 1994 World Cup in the United States.
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