Father-son duos participate in 2026 World Cup for USMNT and Norway
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The 2026 World Cup features a significant number of father-son pairings, with 14 players having their fathers previously represent national teams at the tournament. Among these, two pairs are from the United States men's national team: Claudio Reyna and his son Gio Reyna, as well as Gregg Berhalter and his son Sebastian Berhalter. Claudio Reyna had a notable World Cup career, making ten appearances, while Gio is competing in his second tournament. Gregg Berhalter has transitioned from player to coach and is now represented by his son in the squad. Alf-Inge Haaland also represents Norway alongside his son Erling Haaland, who is emerging as a key player.
- •14 father-son duos playing in the 2026 World Cup.
- •Gio Reyna scored his first World Cup goal in 2026.
- •Claudio Reyna had 10 World Cup appearances across four tournaments.
- •Gregg Berhalter transitioned from player to coach for the USMNT.
- •Erling Haaland follows in the footsteps of his father, Alf-Inge Haaland.
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — Full history of father-son duos to play at World Cup, from Reynas to Haalands
"A couple of USMNT stars, Gio Reyna and Sebastian Berhalter, have also had their fathers play in the World Cup.
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