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COMPLETE ROSTER: Premier League supporters reveal their dream team for the 2026 World Cup

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COMPLETE ROSTER: Premier League supporters reveal their dream team for the 2026 World Cup
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has inspired Premier League fans to choose their dream team, comprised of exceptional players who made their mark on the international stage, with the selection process involving a global fan vote from a shortlist of 101 Premier League players who participated in the tournament.

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Manchester City's Rodri was a standout player, earning recognition for his outstanding performances as Spain won their second World Cup title, and he also received the Golden Ball award as the tournament's best player.

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Throughout the competition, Rodri delivered a dominant display, achieving a passing record while ranking highly for tackles and distance covered, showcasing his impressive skills.

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Everton's Jordan Pickford secured a spot in the team, becoming England's most-capped men's goalkeeper in World Cup history, and making 19 saves during the tournament, including a crucial performance against Mexico in the round of 16.

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Tottenham Hotspur's Pedro Porro was chosen as the right-back, following a notable campaign with Spain, where he scored twice, created several chances, and played a crucial role in Spain's run to the final.

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The centre-back partnership consisted of Argentina defenders Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez, with Romero helping Argentina reach a second consecutive World Cup final, and Martinez impressing with his defensive contributions and attacking impact during the knockout stages.

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Djed Spence, an England defender from Tottenham, completed the defence after a breakthrough tournament, playing a vital role in England's third-place finish and producing strong performances in both attack and defence.

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The midfield trio included Elliot Anderson, Rodri, and Enzo Fernandez, with Anderson impressing with his energy and defensive work for England, and Fernandez scoring crucial goals during Argentina's run to the final.

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Arsenal's Bukayo Saka earned his place in the team after an excellent tournament, scoring three goals and providing three assists, including a memorable hat-trick against France.

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Manchester City's Erling Haaland was selected after a remarkable World Cup debut for Norway, scoring seven goals in five matches, including a historic knockout-stage brace against Brazil.

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Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr completed the XI, following an outstanding campaign for Senegal, where he scored four goals in four matches and became his country's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer.

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The EPL Fans' 2026 World Cup Best XI features the following players: Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, Defenders Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, and Djed Spence, Midfielders Elliot Anderson, Rodri, and Enzo Fernandez, and Forwards Bukayo Saka, Erling Haaland, and Ismaila Sarr.

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The fan-selected XI highlights the significant influence of Premier League players at the 2026 World Cup, with top-flight stars playing pivotal roles throughout the tournament.

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