Most valuable players in FIFA World Cup 2026

TBS Report

09 June, 2026, 03:20 pm

Last modified: 09 June, 2026, 03:22 pm

Most valuable players in FIFA World Cup 2026

TBS Report

09 June, 2026, 03:20 pm

Last modified: 09 June, 2026, 03:22 pm

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

The 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup kicks off on 11 June 2026, with 48 participating nations each naming a 26-player squad for football's biggest tournament. Together, the teams boast a combined market value of €17.44 billion, with 12 players valued at over €100 million.

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