Group stage reveals eight standout players in the World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:27 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The World Cup group stage has concluded, highlighting a mix of lesser-known talents. Johan Manzambi of Switzerland emerged with impressive stats, leading the U21 World Cup scoring chart. Ayyoub Bouaddi and Ismael Saibari from Morocco demonstrated significant potential, while Colombia's Gustavo Puerta facilitated strong team play. Other notable players include Yan Diomandé (Ivory Coast), Kerim Alajbegovic (Bosnia), Gilberto Mora (Mexico), and Pedro Vite (Ecuador), who all made impactful contributions. As the tournament progresses, the spotlight is on these players to maintain their form in the knockout rounds.
- •Johan Manzambi leads the U21 scoring with 3 goals for Switzerland.
- •Ayyoub Bouaddi impressed against Brazil and Scotland for Morocco.
- •Gustavo Puerta was key in Colombia's buildup play.
- •Yan Diomandé confirmed his dribbling talents for Ivory Coast.
- •Ismael Saibari scored three goals, notable for Morocco.
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They could still wake up... or not.This Sunday evening at 9 p.m., the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup begins with the first round-of-32 match between Canada and South Africa.The group stage has n...
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