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Barcelona scouts five promising young talents at 2026 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Barcelona scouts five promising young talents at 2026 World Cup
Summary

Barcelona is identifying young players during the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Notable prospects include Gilberto Mora, the youngest player at the tournament, who impressed in Mexico's group stage matches. Nestory Irankunda is another standout, known for his dynamic play for Australia. Ayyoub Bouaddi also surfaced as a potential fit for Barcelona’s style of play. The focus is on these players to source talent that aligns with their tactical approach and may soon be out of their budget.

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  • •Gilberto Mora is the youngest player at the 2026 World Cup.
  • •Nestory Irankunda scored for Australia in a group stage match.
  • •Ayyoub Bouaddi has emerged as a breakout star for his team.
  • •Barcelona aims to find players fitting their tactical style.
  • •The focus is on sourcing talent before market values increase.
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  • 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Five young talents Barcelona should scout in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages
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