The page answers a direct question: who has provided the most assists in World Cup? It records contributions made during official matches of the FIFA World Cup, focusing only on assists registered in finals tournaments. Assists from preliminary rounds, friendlies or other international competitions organized by FIFA are excluded to maintain tournament-specific accuracy.
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Top 10 Players with Most Assists in World Cup History
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At the top of the record of most assists in the history of the World Cup stands Brazilian legend Pele, who delivered 10 assists across four World Cup appearances between 1958 and 1970, highlighting his role as both a scorer and creator. He is followed by 2022 World Cup Winner Lionel Messi, whose nine assists across five tournaments reflect sustained playmaking output over multiple eras. Diego Maradona also features prominently, recording eight assists across four tournaments during Argentina’s most influential World Cup years.
The table presents the most assists in FIFA World Cup history without adjustments for playing position or tournament format, offering a clear statistical reference for creative impact on football’s biggest stage.
Most Assists in FIFA World Cup History
| Rank | Player | Assists | Tournaments | Primary Era |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelé | 10 | 4 | 1958–1970 |
| 2 | Lionel Messi | 9 | 5 | 2006–Present |
| 3 | Diego Maradona | 8 | 4 | 1982–1994 |
| 4 | Grzegorz Lato | 7 | 3 | 1974–1982 |
| 5 | Pierre Littbarski | 7 | 3 | 1982–1990 |
| 6 | David Beckham | 6 | 3 | 1998–2006 |
| 7 | Thomas Muller | 6 | 4 | 2010–2022 |
| 8 | Francesco Totti | 6 | 2 | 2002–2006 |
| 9 | Bastian Schweinsteiger | 6 | 3 | 2006–2014 |
| 10 | James Rodríguez | 5 | 2 | 2014–Present |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are assists from all World Cup tournaments included in this record?
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Q: Are assists from all World Cup tournaments included in this record?
A: Yes. The record includes assists recorded in official FIFA World Cup matches across all editions of the finals tournament. Assists from qualification matches, friendlies, and other international competitions are not counted.
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