World Cup features young stars like Lamine Yamal and Gilberto Mora
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The World Cup will showcase emerging talents, with Lamine Yamal of Spain prominently featured after his impressive performances at Euro 2024. Gilberto Mora, just 17, has already made his mark by becoming the youngest player to start in a continental championship. Other notable players include Nico Paz from Argentina and Bara Sapoko Ndiaye of Senegal, both expected to contribute significantly to their teams. The tournament will see several young players making their debuts, aiming to establish themselves on the global stage.
- •Lamine Yamal, 18, is crucial for Spain's World Cup hopes.
- •Gilberto Mora, 17, made history with Mexico in the Gold Cup.
- •Nico Paz scored 12 goals this season, competing for a key role in Argentina.
- •Bara Sapoko Ndiaye joined Bayern Munich and earned a World Cup spot for Senegal.
- •The tournament features several young players making their World Cup debuts.
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Ranking 10 best young players at 2026 World Cup, from Lamine Yamal to Yan Diomande
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the 10 top young players in the World Cup
"Lamine Yamal already has made himself a household name, but other young stars will try to help their countries to glory.
"Here's which phenoms top the charts as the tournament's best young players.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 8:50 AMRanking 10 best young players at 2026 World Cup, from Lamine Yamal to Yan Diomande
Here's which phenoms top the charts as the tournament's best young players.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 3:00 PMRanking the 10 top young players in the World Cup
Lamine Yamal already has made himself a household name, but other young stars will try to help their countries to glory.
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