64 Serie A players competing in 2026 World Cup knockout stages
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
As the 2026 World Cup enters the knockout rounds, 64 players from Serie A remain in contention. With Italy not participating, some Serie A supporters may turn to Croatia, which has seven Serie A representatives, including Luka Modric and Nikola Vlasic. Belgium and Norway follow closely, each with five Serie A players. France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland have four apiece, featuring noted players such as Marcus Thuram and Kevin De Bruyne. The upcoming matches will be crucial for these players as they aim for World Cup success this summer.
- •Croatia has the most Serie A players with seven.
- •Belgium and Norway each feature five Serie A representatives.
- •France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland each have four players.
- •The next matches are essential for progress in the tournament.
- •Italy's absence leaves Serie A supporters searching for teams to support.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — 64 Serie A players left standing at the 2026 World Cup – Who are you supporting?
"64 Italian-based players are left standing at the 2026 World Cup heading into the knock-out rounds, and with no Italy at the tournament, Croatia might be the team for the Serie A neutral to support in...
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