FIFA Reveals 2026 World Cup Dream Team, Featuring Cape Verde's Vozinha

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FIFA has unveiled its official 2026 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament, with newly crowned champions Spain providing the highest number of players in the star-studded XI.

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The team, arranged in a 4-3-3 formation, recognises the standout performers from the tournament staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States, featuring players from seven different countries.

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Spain, who lifted the World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina in the final, have three representatives in the squad. Full-backs Marc Cucurella and Pedro Porro are joined by midfielder Rodri, whose influential performances helped steer La Roja to their second World Cup title.

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Finalists Argentina also have two players in the selection. Captain Lionel Messi earned a place in the attack after another memorable tournament, while defender Lisandro Martínez was included for his solid displays at the back.

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France matched Spain with three representatives in the XI. Kylian Mbappé and Michael Olise were named in the forward line, while central defender Dayot Upamecano secured a place after helping Les Bleus reach the semi-finals.

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England midfielder Jude Bellingham was rewarded for another impressive World Cup campaign with a place in midfield.

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Norway striker Erling Haaland leads the attack after finishing among the tournament’s top scorers, while Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha completes the team following a series of outstanding performances that made him one of the surprise stars of the competition.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament

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Goalkeeper: Vozinha (Cape Verde)

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Defenders: Pedro Porro (Spain), Dayot Upamecano (France), Lisandro Martínez (Argentina), Marc Cucurella (Spain)

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Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (England), Rodri (Spain), Michael Olise (France)

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Forwards: Lionel Messi (Argentina), Erling Haaland (Norway), Kylian Mbappé (France).

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