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‘Fast as a cannonball': Goals are being scored at a record pace at the World Cup
By Tales Azzoni | The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup.
The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25% more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup.
One reason for the increase in scoring might be the ball that FIFA is using for th...
Key takeaway The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25% more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The surge in World Cup scoring has significant implications for Los Angeles soccer fans, many of whom are eagerly watching the tournament's progress. With the city's diverse population and strong soccer following, the increased goal tally is likely to keep local fans on the edge of their seats. The fact that the new ball design and expanded 48-team field are contributing factors to the high-scoring games will be of particular interest to fans who attend LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC matches, as these teams often feature players participating in the World Cup. As the tournament continues, Angelenos can expect to see more exciting matches and potentially record-breaking goal totals, further fueling the city's passion for the sport. The local soccer community will be watching closely to see how the remaining games unfold and how the increased scoring affects the overall tournament outcome.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup.
The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25% more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup.
One reason for the increase in scoring might be the ball that FIFA is using for th...
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