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Every Roster As They Are Confirmed
World Cup 2026 takes place across the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19 this summer and, for the first time, FIFA’s flagship international tournament will feature a record 48 teams, spanning six confederations.
Each nation brings a roster of 26 players to the competition, with the best players on the planet converging upon North America (though there will be a few notable absentees) in order to battle it out for the ultimate prize in soccer.
The final deadline for national teams to submit their player lists for World Cup 2026 is June 2. In the event that a player named in the roster sustains an injury, becomes ill or otherwise unable to play, associations can call up a replacement, provided they were named on the provisional panel, up to 24 hours before their team’s first game.
Below is every confirmed 26-man squad at World Cup 2026, correct as of May 19, 2026.
Group A
Czechia
Czechia qualified for World Cup 2026 via the UEFA playoffs. Coach Miroslav Koubek named a provisional 54-man roster on May 12, featuring the likes of Tomas Soucek, Patrik Schick and Ladislav Krejcki, with the final panel set to be confirmed.
Mexico
Tournament co-hosts Mexico will be competing at the World Cup for the 18th time in 2026. Head coach Javier Aguirre will whittle his roster down to 26 soon, having already announced the provisional squad. Among those who will be looking to make their mark are Edson Alvarez and veteran striker Raul Jimenez.
South Africa
South Africa are expected to announce their final World Cup 2026 squad on May 27.
South Korea
South Korea confirmed their 26-man squad on May 16.
- Goalkeepers: Kim Seung-Gyu, Jo Hyeon-woo, Song Bum-keun
- Defenders: Kim Min-jae, Kim Moon-hwan, Seol Young-woo, Cho Yu-min, Lee Tae-seok, Park Jin-seob, Kim Tae-hyeon, Lee Han-beom, Jens Castrop, Lee Ki-hyuk
- Midfielders: Lee Jae-sung, Hwang Hee-chan, Hwang In-beom, Lee Kang-in, Paik Seung-ho, Kim Jin-gyu, Lee Dong-gyeong, Bae Jun-ho, Eom Ji-Sung, Yang Hyun-jun
- Forwards: Son Heung-min, Cho Gue-sung, Oh Hyeon-gyu
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Group B
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Bosnia-Herzegovina announced their final World Cup 2026 squad on May 11.
- Goalkeepers: Nikola Vasilj, Martin Zlomislic, Osman Hadzikic
- Defenders: Sead Kolasinac, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Amar Dedic, Nikola Katic, Tarik Muharemovic, Nihad Mujakic, Stjepan Radeljic, Nidal Celik
- Midfielders: Amir Hadziahmetovic, Benjamin Tahirovic, Armin Gigovic, Dzenis Burnic, Ivan Basic, Esmir Bajraktarevic, Amar Memic, Ivan Sunjic, Kerim Alajbegovic, Ermin Mahmic
- Forwards: Edin Dzeko, Ermedin Demirovic, Samed Bazdar, Haris Tabakovic, Jovo Lukic
Canada
Canada boss Jesse Marsch will confirm his final roster for the 2026 World Cup on May 29.
Qatar
Julen Lopetegui has managed the likes of Spain, Real Madrid and Sevilla in the past, but will take the reins of Qatar at World Cup 2026. He has named a provisional squad, with a final panel to be confirmed.
Switzerland
Switzerland will confirm their World Cup 2026 squad on May 20.
Group C
Brazil
Carlo Ancelotti confirmed his 26-man Brazil squad for the 2026 World Cup on May 18. Veteran Neymar makes the cut, but Chelsea forward Joao Pedro missed out.
- Goalkeepers: Alisson, Ederson, Weverton
- Defenders: Marquinhos, Danilo Luiz, Alex Sandro, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bremer, Wesley, Roger Ibanez, Douglas Santos, Leo Pereira
- Midfielders: Casemiro, Lucas Paqueta, Bruno Guimaraes, Fabinho, Danilo Santos
- Forwards: Neymar, Vinicius Jr, Raphinha, Gabriel Martinelli, Matheus Cunha, Endrick, Luiz Henrique, Igor Thiago, Rayan
Haiti
Haiti’s final World Cup 2026 squad was confirmed on May 15.
- Goalkeepers: Johny Placide, Alexandre Pierre, Josue Duverger
- Defenders: Ricardo Ade, Carlens Arcus, Martin Experience, Jean-Kevin Duverne, Duke Lacroix, Wilguens Paugain, Hannes Delcroix, Keeto Thermoncy
- Midfielders: Leverton Pierre, Danley Jean Jacques, Carl Sainte, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Woodensky Pierre, Dominique Simon
- Forwards: Duckens Nazon, Frantzdy Pierrot, Derrick Etienne Jr, Louicius Deedson, Ruben Providence, Josue Casimir, Yassin Fortune, Wilson Isidor, Lenny Joseph
Morocco
Morocco will confirm their final squad on May 21.
Scotland
Scotland’s final squad was announced on May 19. The team will be led by big-hitters like Scott McTominay, Andy Robertson and Kieran Tierney.
- Goalkeepers: Angus Gunn, Craig Gordon, Liam Kelly
- Defenders: Andy Robertson, Kieran Tierney, Anthony Ralston, John Souttar, Scott McKenna, Jack Hendry, Aaron Hickey, Nathan Patterson, Grant Hanley, Dominic Hyam
- Midfielders: Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour, John McGinn, Kenny McLean, Lewis Ferguson, Ryan Christie, Findlay Curtis, Ben Gannon-Doak
- Forwards: Lawrence Shankland, George Hirst, Che Adams, Ross Stewart, Lyndon Dykes
Group D
Australia
Australia’s World Cup 2026 squad will be confirmed on June 1.
Paraguay
Paraguay’s provisional panel has been submitted to FIFA, but the final roster will be confirmed in due course. Among those expecting to make the cut are Manchester United’s Diego Leon and Atlanta United’s Miguel Almiron.
Turkiye
Turkiye boss Vincenzo Montella will soon confirm his final 26-man roster, having named a provisional 35-man panel. Hakan Calhanoglu, Arda Guler and Kenan Yildiz are certainties to be included, but nine players will be shorn.
United States
Mauricio Pochettino will announce his final USMNT roster on May 26.
Group E
Curacao
Dick Advocaat, who has previously managed the Netherlands (1994) and South Korea (2006) at World Cup tournaments, announced the Curacao World Cup 2026 squad on May 18.
- Goalkeepers: Eloy Room, Trevor Doornbusch, Tyrick Bodak
- Defenders: Jurien Gaari, Roshon van Eijma, Sherel Floranus, Joshua Brenet, Shurandy Sambo, Armando Obispo, Riechedly Bazoer, Deveron Fonville
- Midfielders: Leandro Bacuna, Juninho Bacuna, Godfried Roemeratoe, Kevin Felida, Livano Comenencia, Ar’jany Martha, Tyrese Noslin
- Forwards: Kenji Gorre, Brandley Kuwas, Gervane Kastaneer, Jeremy Antonisse, Jearl Margaritha, Jurgen Locadia, Sontje Hansen, Tahith Chong
Ecuador
The Ecuador World Cup 2026 squad has not yet been announced, but expect to see the likes of Moises Caicedo and Enner Valencia in the mix.
Germany
Germany’s World Cup 2026 squad will be announced on May 21.
Ivory Coast
The final Ivory Coast World Cup squad was confirmed on May 15. Stars such as Amad Diallo and Franck Kessie will be expected to lead for the Elephants.
- Goalkeepers: Yahia Fofana, Alban Lafont, Mohamed Kone
- Defenders: Ghislain Konan, Odilon Kossounou, Wilfried Singo, Evan Ndicka, Emmanuel Agbadou, Guela Doue, Ousmane Diomande, Clement Akpa
- Midfielders: Franck Kessie, Jean Michael Seri, Ibrahim Sangare, Seko Fofana, Christ Inao Oulai, Parfait Guiagon
- Forwards: Nicolas Pepe, Oumar Diakite, Simon Adingra, Evann Guessand, Amad Diallo, Yan Diomande, Bazoumana Toure, Elye Wahi, Ange Yoan-Bonny
Group F
Japan
The final Japan squad for World Cup 2026 was confirmed on May 15.
- Goalkeepers: Zion Suzuki, Keisuke Osako, Tomoki Hayakawa
- Defenders: Yuto Nagatomo, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Ko Itakura, Shogo Taniguchi, Hiroko Ito, Yukinari Sugawara, Ayumu Seko, Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Junnosuke Suzuki
- Midfielders: Wataru Endo, Junya Ito, Ritsu Doan, Daichi Kamada, Takefusa Kubo, Ao Tanaka, Keito Nakamura, Kaishu Sano
- Forwards: Ayase Ueda, Daizen Maeda, Koki Ogawa, Yuito Suzuki, Keisuke Goto, Kento Shiogai
Netherlands
Ronald Koeman will announce the Netherlands World Cup roster on May 27.
Sweden
Graham Potter confirmed the 26-man Sweden squad on May 12.
- Goalkeepers: Kristoffer Nordfeldt, Viktor Johansson, Jacob Widell Zetterstrom
- Defenders: Victor Lindelof, Isak Hien, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Carl Starfelt, Emil Holm, Hjalmar Ekdal, Daniel Svensson, Gustaf Lagerbielke, Eric Smith, Elliot Stroud
- Midfielders: Mattias Svanberg, Jesper Karlstrom, Yasin Ayari, Lucas Bergvall, Besfort Zeneli
- Forwards: Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, Ken Sema, Anthony Elanga, Benjamin Nygren, Alexander Bernhardsson, Gustaf Nilsson, Taha Ali
Tunisia
Sabri Lamouchi announced the final Tunisia World Cup squad on May 15.
- Goalkeepers: Aymen Dahmen, Sabri Ben Hessen, Mouhib Chamakh
- Defenders: Montassar Talbi, Dylan Bronn, Ali Abdi, Yan Valery, Mohamed Amine Ben Hamida, Moutaz Neffati, Omar Rekik, Adem Arous, Raed Chikhaoui
- Midfielders: Ellyes Shkiri, Hannibal Mejbri, Anis Ben Slimane, Mortadha Ben Ouanes, Ismael Gharbi, Hadj Mahmoud, Rani Khedira
- Forwards: Elias Achouri, Firas Chaouat, Hazem Mastouri, Elias Saad, Sebastian Tounekti, Khalil Ayari, Rayan Elloumi
Group G
Belgium
Rudi Garcia announced the Belgium roster for the 2026 World Cup on May 15. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and veteran midielder Kevin De Bruyne are included, as are familiar names such as Manchester City’s Jeremy Doku and Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku.
- Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Senne Lammens, Mike Penders
- Defenders: Thomas Meunier, Timothy Castagne, Arthur Theate, Zeno Debast, Maxim De Cuyper, Brandon Mechele, Koni De Winter, Joaquin Seys, Nathan Ngoy
- Midfielders: Axel Witsel, Kevin De Bruyne, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Amadou Onana, Nicolas Raskin
- Forwards: Romelu Lukaku, Leandro Trossard, Jeremy Doku, Dodi Lukebakio, Charles De Ketelaere, Alexis Saelemakers, Diego Moreira, Matias Fernandez-Pardo
Egypt
The Egypt roster for the World Cup will be confirmed on May 29.
Iran
Iran’s World Cup 2026 squad is expected to be named on June 1.
New Zealand
The New Zealand panel for the World Cup was announced on May 14.
- Goalkeepers: Max Crocombe, Alex Paulsen, Michael Woud
- Defenders: Tim Payne, Francis de Vries, Tyler Bindon, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace, Nando Pijnaker, Finn Surman, Callan Elliot, Tommy Smith
- Midfielders: Joe Bell, Matthew Garbett, Marko Stamenic, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just, Alex Rufer, Ben Old, Callum McCowatt, Ryan Thomas, Lachlan Bayliss
- Forwards: Chris Wood, Kosta Barbarouses, Ben Waine, Jesse Randall
Group H
Cape Verde
Cape Verde confirmed their World Cup 2026 roster on May 18.
- Goalkeepers: Vozinho, Marcio Rosa, CJ dos Santos
- Defenders: Stopira, Roberto Lopes, Joao Paulo, Diney, Logan Costa, Steven Moreira, Wagner Pina, Sidny Lopes Cabral, Kelvin Pires
- Midfielders: Jamiro Monteiro, Kevin Pina, Deroy Duarte, Telmo Arcanjo, Laros Duarte, Yannick Semedo
- Forwards: Ryan Mendes, Garry Rodrigues, Willy Semedo, Jovane Cabral, Gilson Benchimol, Dailon Livramento, Helio Varela, Nuno da Costa
Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabia squad has not yet been announced
Spain
Spain will announce a 26-man roster for the World Cup on May 25.
Uruguay
Marcelo Bielsa has not yet confirmed his final Uruguay World Cup squad.
Group I
France
Didier Deschamps named his 26-man France panel for the 2026 World Cup on May 14.
- Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan, Brice Samba, Robin Risser
- Defenders: Lucas Digne, Jules Kounde, Theo Hernandez, Lucas Hernandez, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Ibrahima Konate, Malo Gusto, Maxence Lacroix
- Midfielders: N’Golo Kante, Adrien Rabiot, Aurelien Tchouameni, Manu Kone, Warren Zaire-Emery
- Forwards: Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Marcus Thuram, Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise, Maghnes Akliouche, Desire Doue, Rayan Cherki, Jean-Philippe Mateta
Iraq
The Iraq squad will be announced on June 1.
Norway
Stale Solbakken is expected to confirm his Norway squad for the World Cup on May 21. The likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard are surefire inclusions.
Senegal
The Senegal roster for the World Cup will be confirmed on May 21.
Group J
Algeria
Algeria’s World Cup 2026 panel is forecast to be announced on May 31.
Argentina
Defending champions Argentina submitted an extended 55-man panel to FIFA on May 11, with the final 26-man roster to be confirmed. Lionel Messi is set to lead the Albiceleste on one final international crusade.
Austria
Ralf Rangnick confirmed his Austria squad for the World Cup on May 18.
- Goalkeepers: Alexander Schlager, Florian Wiegele, Patrick Pentz
- Defenders: David Affengruber, Kevin Danso, Stefan Posch, David Alaba, Philipp Lienhart, Phillipp Mwene, Alexander Prass, Marco Friedl, Michael Svoboda
- Midfielders: Xaver Schlager, Nicolas Seiwald, Marcel Sabitzer, Florian Grillitsch, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romano Schmid, Christoph Baumgartner, Konrad Laimer, Patrick Wimmer, Paul Wanner, Alessandro Schopf
- Forwards: Marko Arnautovic, Michael Gregoritsch, Sasa Kalajdzic
Jordan
Jordan submitted their preliminary panel to FIFA but have not yet confirmed the final group.
Group K
Colombia
The final Colombia roster for the World Cup will be confirmed on June 1. We can expect to see stars such as James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz among the players called up.
DR Congo
The DR Congo squad for the World Cup was announced on May 18.
- Goalkeepers: Lionel Mpasi, Timothy Fayulu, Matthieu Epolo
- Defenders: Chancel Mbemba, Arthur Masuaku, Gedeon Kalulu, Joris Kayembe, Dylan Batubinsika, Axel Tuanzebe, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Rocky Bushiri, Steve Kapuadi
- Midfielders: Meschak Elia, Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Charles Pickel, Gael Kakuta, Noah Sadiki, Nathanael Mbuku, Ngal’ayel Mukau, Brian Cipenga
- Forwards: Cedric Bakambu, Theo Bongonba, Fiston Mayele, Yoane Wissa, Simon Banza
Portugal
The Portugal roster for the 2026 World Cup was announced on May 19. Cristiano Ronaldo will be expected to lead the way for the Selecao as he continues his bid for an elusive world title.
- Goalkeepers: Diogo Costa, Jose Sa, Rui Silva
- Defenders: Joao Cancelo, Diogo Dalot, Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inaco, Nuno Mendes, Renato Veiga, Matheus Nunes, Nelson Semedo, Tomas Araujo
- Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes, Joao Neves, Bernardo Silva, Vitinha, Ruben Neves, Samu Costa
- Forwards: Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Leao, Pedro Neto, Francisco Conceicao, Joao Felix, Goncalo Guedes, Goncalo Ramos, Francisco Trincao
Uzbekistan
Fabio Cannavaro has named a preliminary World Cup squad and will confirm the final 26 in due course.
Group L
Croatia
The final Croatia roster for the 2026 World Cup was confirmed on May 18.
- Goalkeepers: Dominik Livakovic, Dominik Kotarski, Ivor Pandur
- Defenders: Josko Gvardiol, Duje Caleta-Car, Josip Stanisic, Marin Pongracic, Martin Erlic, Luka Vuskovic
- Midfielders: Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Mario Pasalic, Nikola Vlasic, Luka Sucic, Martin Baturina, Kristijan Jakic, Petar Sucic, Nikola Moro, Toni Fruk
- Forwards: Ivan Perisic, Andrej Kramaric, Ante Budimir, Marco Pasalic, Petar Musa, Igor Matanovic
England
Thomas Tuchel is set to confirm the England World Cup 2026 squad on May 22. The Three Lions will look to figures such as Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka for inspiration as they aim to win their first World Cup in 60 years.
Ghana
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has not yet confirmed his 26-man Ghana panel for the World Cup, but we are likely to see the likes of Manchester City’s Antoine Semenyo and Athletic Bilbao’s Inaki Williams called up.
Panama
The Panama World Cup 2026 roster is set to be confirmed on May 26.
Kai Rooney, son of Manchester United legend Wayne, has shown support for one fellow teenage talent at Old Trafford after the club’s recent friendly against Rosenborg. Fans of the Red Devils were also excited by what they saw.
With the World Cup now over, the 2026/27 Premier League season will kick off again next month. As such, the coming weeks will be vital for all clubs as they look to get their squads in tip-top shape.
Having now been made permanent boss at Man Utd, Michael Carrick is overseeing his first pre-season and likely would have enjoyed the action, with his men winning 5-0 against Norwegian side Rosenborg at the Lerkendal Stadium.
Kai Rooney Impressed by Man Utd Talent in Pre-Season Friendly
Shea Lacey opened the scoring for the Red Devils, as the 19-year-old showed good composure to cut in on his left foot and curl a smart finish past goalkeeper Leopold Wahlstedt. Joshua Zirkzee doubled our lead on the other side of half-time with a fairly spectacular goal as he sat down two players before rolling the ball into the back of the net. After plenty of changes, a series of youngsters finished the match, but that didn’t stop Man Utd from scoring three more times, through Jacob Devaney, Harry Amass and Ethan Williams, to seal the 5-0 victory.
It was the scorer of the first goal, however, who caught the eye of many. Indeed, 16-year-old Kai Rooney – who currently plays as a forward for Manchester United’s youth academy – could not help but highlight the talent of teenager Lacey.
Taking to social media, he shared a clip of the 19-year-old winger’s goal, with the simple caption: ‘My brother!’
Adding to the hype after the game, ManchesterEveningNews went with the headline: “Manchester United’s own Phil Foden is ready for a breakout season.” In that article, journalist Steven Railston noted: “It’s understood the 19-year-old was backed by academy coaches ahead of pre-season to have a breakthrough 2026/2027, and he will vindicate that faith if he continues to perform well in friendlies over the coming weeks. “
In his player ratings, Railston also gave him an 8/10 and wrote: “Received the nod to start after coming off the bench last weekend and grabbed his chance with both hands. Pressed aggressively and sent United on their way to a comfortable win with a great opening goal.”
Man Utd Fans Want More of Shea Lacey
Add to those who liked what they saw, fans on social media were very excited by Lacey’s efforts. Some have even suggested he should get more first-team chances next season under Carrick. One wrote:
” Michael Carrick needs to start giving Shea Lacey minutes in the Prem.”
Another added: “Shea Lacey is really trying. Deserves minutes when league starts.” A third wrote: “Harry Amass & Shea Lacey are both good enough to play a squad role in the 1st team this season.”
Someone else said: “Shea Lacey breakout season off to a sensational start. Go on, lah.” A final fan insisted: “I’m sure Lacey has already earned a spot on the first team.”
Liverpool are said to be showing interest in another winger as they look to continue bolstering their attacking ranks this summer. Andoni Iraola is expected to ramp up his summer business in the coming weeks, with the Spaniard looking to put his own stamp on his new squad.
The Reds had already agreed a deal for Jeremy Jacquet coming into the summer, and they followed up that deal with the signing of Victor Muñoz. The young Spain international is tipped for big things, and he may well see plenty of football this coming season, but he is unlikely to be a starter.
That role is reserved for whoever Liverpool decide is their Mohamed Salah replacement, but the attacking recruits may not end there, with another winger also being linked.
Liverpool interested in Porto talent Oskar Pietuszewski
Liverpool have been linked with a move for FC Porto winger Oskar Pietuszewski, who has been impressing in Portugal. According to Fussballdaten, the Reds are in the mix to land the winger, who is quickly becoming a priority for German giants Borussia Dortmund.
Porto signed the winger for around £6million in January, and the 18-year-old went on to score three and assist four, aiding a title win.
According to the report, Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle United, Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid are all said to be interested and tracking the young winger’s rapid rise. The youngster has already won four senior caps for Poland, and there is no sign of him going back to the youth age groups.
Dortmund appear to be showing the most serious interest, but Porto have no interest in selling Pietuszewski this summer. According to the report, the Portuguese giants are going to demand the full value of the winger’s €60million clause, which works out at £51.9million. Dortmund are said to be planning to bid a touch under £30million this summer, but they are likely to met with a firm ‘no’.
Dortmund have no plans to pay the full release clause, and they could wait and circle back at a future date if there is no sign of Porto dropping their price. Premier League clubs may be willing to pay, but that is big money for a player who has only impressed in a top league for a few months.
Pietuszewski is ready to make a ‘huge impact’
Speaking to TalkSport back in February, analyst Andy Brassell explained what is so special about Pietuszewski. He said: “He has been brilliant… He is something special. His balance, his ability to stretch the game, his maturity in being able to judge the pass, to let it go at the right moment, to find a teammate, the timing of his runs, the timing of his passes, you add that to his pace.
“I think his ability to know when to hold on to the ball and beat a player and when to let go of the ball is something that you would expect a player of 21, 22, 23 to still be learning. And he seems like he’s there already. He’s so, so convincing, and he’s so advanced for his age. He’s not just a promising player. He’s a player who makes a huge impact now.”
Nearly a week has passed since Argentina produced a performance that was hardly worth talking about in a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, with Lionel Messi and co. committing 26 fouls and registering zero shots on target across 90 minutes of normal time.
That disappointing display has done little to quiet the reaction surrounding the tournament, and it also hasn’t stopped Angel Di Maria from finding a way to throw shade at England. Speaking in his first interview since the ugly full-time scenes of last weekend, the former Manchester United winger was asked about the World Cup following an appearance with his new club, Rosario Central.
Indeed, Lionel Scaloni’s side booked their place in the final by defeating the Three Lions in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to secure a 2-1 semi-final victory.
And while there is still political fallout from the tournament, with those associated with the three-time world champions continuing to stake their claim over the Falkland Islands by unveiling banners and singing chants as their political leaders have their say, Di Maria has now renewed hostilities on the footballing front as well.
Speaking to Argentine newspaper tyc sports, Di Maria said he wants both coach Lionel Scaloni and Lionel Messi to carry on with the national team. And, for him, the tournament reached its peak with the 2-1 semi-final win over England. He explained:
“The win over England was a great joy for all of Argentina, and this was clear and made me very happy. I am grateful to everyone in the Tango squad forever.
“What they achieved and the win over England was the crowning of their careers. For me the World Cup ended here, for they gave the country an indescribable joy.”
It didn’t take long before critcism came his way, with one X user labelling him ‘pitiful’, as another called him a ‘loser’. Elsewhere, another user wrote: “This is so tinpot from a country who’s won as many World Cups as them,” as a fourth remarked: “These people are living in their own bubble of denial.”
“What on earth is he waffling about?” a sixth asked, as a seventh concluded: “Okay, FIFA should give Argentina the ‘Won Against England’ Cup. The final doesn’t matter, lol.”
Argentina Adopt Siege Mentality As Record-Breaking Petition Wants Them Banned
Argentina president Javier Milei has claimed the rest of the world is “jealous” of his nation after a petition calling for the team to be banned from football surpassed 23 million signatures this week. But he isn’t the first figure in the South American country to adopt a siege mentality, with plenty of players, coaches and supporters believing it is very much a case of them against the world going forward.
Of course, that mindset helped La Albiceleste reach the pinnacle of world football back in 2022, but it is also causing them to become one of the most disliked teams in the world. In the eyes of many, it has tarnished a reputation they once had as a side filled with genuinely brilliant footballers, with accusations that they now rely more on the dark arts than their star power to get the job done.
Those within the Argentine FA are attempting to punish sections of the world media that they believe have contributed to damaging the country’s image. Ultimately, however, they have been the architects of their own downfall.
The ugly scenes after the World Cup final saw Dani Olmo punched by a member of Argentina’s coaching staff, while Gavi was allegedly punched and choked to the ground by Leandro Paredes. Of course, none of that has been helped by the explosive allegations surrounding Argentina’s relationship with FIFA, which have only added further scrutiny to the controversy.
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