Lionel Messi of Argentina was fouled the most in the World Cup in 2026, with 20 from eight appearances, an average of 2.5 a game. Jérémy Doku was next on 18. Lionel Messi was fouled the most in 2022, with 22.
Jérémy Doku of Belgium had the most fouls drawn per 90 minutes in the World Cup in 2026, with 5.21 per 90, from 18 fouls drawn in 311 minutes. To count, a player needed 270 minutes. Hannibal was next on 5.00.
Lionel Messi of Argentina was fouled the most of any forward in the World Cup in 2026, with 20 fouls drawn from eight appearances. Jérémy Doku was next on 18.