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Messi, Mbappé and Rodri Headline the 2026 World Cup Team of the Tournament

Messi, Mbappé and Rodri Headline the 2026 World Cup Team of the Tournament

The 2026 World Cup in North America delivered record-breaking moments and breathtaking drama, ending with Spain lifting the trophy after defeating Argentina. Spain’s success was built on a rock-solid defence. Unai Simón won the Golden Glove with seven clean sheets, while teenager Pau Cubarsí starred alongside Cristian Romero and full-backs Pedro Porro and Marc Cucurella added attacking threat from the flanks. In midfield, Rodri’s control earned him the Golden Ball as he dictated Spain’s tempo. Jude Bellingham set new England scoring records and Michael Olise broke the single-tournament assist mark for France. Up front, Lionel Messi carried Argentina with eight goals and four assists, Erling Haaland announced himself as a deadly finisher for Norway, and Kylian Mbappé sealed his status as the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer.

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jayjay

What surprised you most about Spain's rock-solid defence and Messi's impact despite Argentina's loss?

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hala

Absolutely! Spain's defence truly set the standard, and Messi's flair shone through even if the result didn't go Argentina's way.

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lily

Even with those seven clean sheets, Unai Simón's Golden Glove feels more about team tactics than individual brilliance.

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emeka

Seems odd to me that Mbappé is highlighted while Rodri's consistent control hardly gets the same fanfare.

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K
kaka

Any team aiming at 2026 must prioritise building a disciplined back line before chasing attacking stars up front.

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