The statistical portal Opta has unveiled its team of the group stage for the 2026 World Cup. Notably, only one national team is represented by more than one player in this selection—Cabo Verde.
The lineup features goalkeeper Vozinha from Cabo Verde. The defensive line includes Keito Nakamura of Japan, Diney from Cabo Verde, Pau Cubarsi representing Spain, and Marwen Senaya of Ghana. In midfield, Weston McKennie from the United States and Pedro Vite of Ecuador have been chosen. The forward positions are occupied by Vinicius Junior from Brazil, Lionel Messi of Argentina, Kylian Mbappé representing France, and Erling Haaland from Norway.
It is worth recalling that the group stage of the 2026 World Cup concluded on June 27. The knockout rounds commence today with the round of 16 match between South Africa and Canada.
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