After the 2026 FIFA World Cup jointly hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada concluded, the International Football Federation (FIFA) announced the tournament's symbolic team.
Demokrat.az reports that the symbolic "Starting Eleven" was determined based on the results of the fan vote organized by FIFA. Alongside the world champion Spain, players from the national teams of Argentina, France, England, Norway, and Cape Verde were also included on the list.
DÇ-2026 symbolic team:
Goalkeeper:
Vozinha (Cape Verde)
Defenders:
Pedro Porro (Spain)
Marc Cucurella (Spain)
Lisandro Martinez (Argentina)
Dayot Upamecano (France)
Midfielders:
Rodri (Spain)
Jude Bellingham (England)
Michael Olise (France)
Forwards:
Lionel Messi (Argentina)
Kylian Mbappe (France)
Erling Haaland (Norway)
The inclusion of Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha in the symbolic squad attracted the attention of football fans. The presence of Norway's star Erling Haaland in the attacking line also sparked extensive discussions on social media.
It is noted that in the final of the 2026 World Cup, Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time with a goal by Ferran Torres, becoming world champions for the second time in their history.
23.07.2026, 06:29
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