Brazil remain the highest-scoring team in FIFA World Cup history with 247 goals, according to the latest statistics published by FIFA, despite their elimination from the 2026 tournament at the hands of Norway in the Round of 16.
The five-time world champions continue to lead the all-time scoring chart, holding a narrow four-goal advantage over Germany, who have scored 243 goals. Germany have also exited the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina rank third with 166 goals, followed by France with 152 and Italy with 128. Spain occupy sixth place with 119 goals, ahead of England on 115, while the Netherlands have scored 107. Uruguay are ninth with 92 goals, with Hungary and Sweden tied on 87 goals each.
Top Scoring Nations in FIFA World Cup History
Brazil – 247 goals
Germany – 243
Argentina – 166
France – 152
Italy – 128
Spain – 119
England – 115
Netherlands – 107
Uruguay – 92
Hungary – 87
Sweden – 87
Meanwhile, Brazil forward Vinicius Junior issued an emotional apology to supporters following the team's shock Round of 16 defeat to Norway.
Writing on Instagram, the Real Madrid star said wearing Brazil's shirt remained the greatest honour of his career but admitted that being eliminated so early in the tournament was "a feeling that is difficult to describe."
Vinicius said the squad had prepared extensively and believed it was capable of going much further in the competition.
"I apologise to all of you," he wrote. "We will keep fighting to bring Brazil back to the top of world football."
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