BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the record holders in World Cup history ahead of the 2026 tournament

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America will be the largest ever. It will also feature the widest age range of players, from 17-year-old Gilberto Mora to 43-year-old Craig Gordon. Legends like Cristiano Ronaldo will also participate.

Rashidi Yekini's iconic 1994 celebration has been ranked among Africa's greatest FIFA World Cup moments, with unforgettable milestones from Morocco to South Africa.

Cristiano Ronaldo will be making his sixth FIFA World Cup tournament with Portugal. Revisit his World Cup history, including results, goals and assists.

The Italian Carlo Ancelotti, the most decorated club coach in soccer history, is the first foreigner to lead the most successful nation.

The 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. In just over a week, the time for talking will stop, and teams will have to prove their credentials with their performances on the pitch in North America.

The FIFA World Cup begins in five days. The 23rd edition of the tournament shall see the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo look to end in a blaze of glory in what is no doubt their last edition.

The FIFA World Cup is where soccer legends are formed. Though the achievements of figures such as Pele and Diego Maradona at club level are not to be overlooked, it was their exploits in the World Cup that have secured their place in the history books forever.