Team of the Tournament: Standout Stars of World Cup 2026
I had a detailed debate with my Babalawo after the World Cup ended. It may not have been the most memorable tournament, but several players still delivered God-tier performances. Here is the Best XI we chose: Goalkeeper – Unai Simón Left Back – Marc Cucurella Center Backs – Pau Curbasi, Aymeric Laporte Right Back – Pedro Porro Defensive Midfield – Rodri Central Midfield – Jude Bellingham Attacking Midfield – Lionel Messi Right Wing – Michael Olise Center Forward – Erling Haaland Left Wing – Kylian Mbappé Honorable mentions: Harry Kane, Lisandro Martínez, Enzo Fernández, Emiliano Martínez, Djed Spence, Vozinha. What would your Team of the Tournament look like? Share your picks below!
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