New players to watch at the 2026 World Cup named
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:43 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
BBC Sport has highlighted 20 players expected to emerge as key figures in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which takes place across the USA, Canada, and Mexico this summer. Among the youth talent are Yan Diomande from Ivory Coast, Gilberto Mora from Mexico, and Johan Manzambi from Switzerland. With 891 players participating in their first World Cup, these young stars aim to make an impact on the global stage. The tournament promises a mix of familiar names and newcomers as teams prepare for competition.
- •1,248 players can feature in the World Cup.
- •Yan Diomande has drawn interest from major European clubs.
- •Gilberto Mora is the youngest goalscorer in Liga MX history.
- •Johan Manzambi was instrumental in Freiburg's Europa League run.
- •891 players will be making their World Cup debut.
- 6:43 AMYahoo Sports — 20 new players to watch at World Cup 2026
- 6:42 AMBBC Sport — 'Mazadona', 'Einstein', 'The Ant' - 20 new players to watch at World Cup
"BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.
"BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 6:43 AM20 new players to watch at World Cup 2026
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.
- BBC SportJun 9, 2026, 6:42 AM'Mazadona', 'Einstein', 'The Ant' - 20 new players to watch at World Cup
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.
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