Which team scored the most goals in a single World Cup?
Hungary scored 27 goals in just five matches at the 1954 World Cup in Switzerland, the all-time record for most goals by one team in a single World Cup, per FIFA records.
Verified·Records sourced June 2026
27
goals by Hungary at the 1954 World Cup in 5 matches, the most by a team in one tournament.
Last verified 2026-06-15 04:10 UTC - auto-refreshed
| Team | Year | Goals | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungary | 1954 | 27 | 5 matches |
| France | 1958 | 23 | 6 matches |
| Brazil | 1950 | 22 | 6 matches |
Source: Wikipedia "FIFA World Cup records and statistics" article, verified June 2026. Only the top three verified entries are published.
Notes
- Hungary's 1954 run included a 10-1 win over West Germany in the group stage (the 'Battle of Bern' final rematch), though they lost the final.
- France's 1958 total includes Just Fontaine's tournament record of 13 goals.