World Cup 2026 squads reveal club and age trends across nations
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The official squads for the 2026 World Cup have been announced, featuring 48 teams across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. England leads with over 205 players representing its clubs, while Manchester City tops the club list with 19 players. This tournament sees a significant age range, with the oldest being 43-year-old Craig Gordon from Scotland and 17-year-old Gilberto Mora from Mexico, marking the presence of multiple players 40 and older., this World Cup may see the most 40-plus athletes in history, with eight players potentially competing. The tournament is set to kick off on June 15, 2026, as teams prepare to showcase their rosters.
- •England has 205 players, the highest representation among nations
- •Manchester City sends 19 players, leading club representation
- •Cristiano Ronaldo and others prepare for their sixth World Cup
- •Gilberto Mora is the youngest player at 17 years old
- •Tournament starts on June 15, 2026
- 11:28 PMCBS Sports — World Cup 2026 squads by the numbers: Clubs and leagues most represented, youngest players and more
- 11:02 PMCBS Sports — World Cup 2026 squads by the number: Clubs and leagues most represented, youngest players and more
"From 43-year-old veterans to teenage prodigies, a look at the historic age milestones and roster trends shaping the tournament
"From 43-year-old veterans to teenage prodigies, a look at the historic age milestones and roster trends shaping the tournament
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External links- CBS SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:28 PMWorld Cup 2026 squads by the numbers: Clubs and leagues most represented, youngest players and more
From 43-year-old veterans to teenage prodigies, a look at the historic age milestones and roster trends shaping the tournament
- CBS SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:02 PMWorld Cup 2026 squads by the number: Clubs and leagues most represented, youngest players and more
From 43-year-old veterans to teenage prodigies, a look at the historic age milestones and roster trends shaping the tournament
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