EFL players to watch at the 2026 World Cup in North America

The 2026 World Cup will showcase several players from the English Football League, featuring 36 from the Championship and three from League One. Key players include Stoke City's Viktor Johansson, who aims to secure the starting goalkeeper position for Sweden, and Sheffield Wednesday's Yan Valery, who played a vital role in Tunisia's Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Additionally, Cameron Burgess, a centre-back for Australia, has been a mainstay in the Championship. José Cordoba of Norwich City represents Panama, while Liberato Cacace, who moves to Wrexham from Empoli, will play for New Zealand. These athletes are poised to make an impact on the world stage this summer across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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