Lionel Messi of Argentina created the most chances in the World Cup in 2026, with 26 from eight appearances, along with 4 assists. Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé were next on 18. Antoine Griezmann created the most in 2022, with 22.
Mohamed Salah of Egypt had the most chances created per 90 minutes in the World Cup in 2026, with 3.36 per 90, from 16 chances in 428 minutes. To count, a player needed 270 minutes. Lionel Messi was next on 3.16.
Achraf Hakimi of Morocco created the most chances of any defender in the World Cup in 2026, with 17 chances from six appearances. Pedro Porro and Nuno Mendes were next on 11.
Désiré Doué of France created the most chances of any player aged 21 or under in the World Cup in 2026, with 13 chances from eight appearances. Yan Diomande was next on 11.