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‘Fast as a cannonball': Goals are being scored at a record pace at the World Cup
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Tales Azzoni | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 23, 2026
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Key points Details about the World Cup's high scoring rate are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth. Compared to the same point in the previous World Cup, there has been nearly 25% more scoring.
The World Cup is seeing a surge in goals, with the tournament currently being one of the highest-scoring in history. Compared to the same point in the previous World Cup, there has been nearly 25% more scoring.
Details about the World Cup's high scoring rate are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth. The increase in goals has been notable, with various factors potentially contributing to this trend.
Further information about the possible reasons behind the increase in scoring, including the ball being used, can be found through NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's reporting on the World Cup.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) Reading time: 1 min
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