2026 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament: Messi, Mbappe and Rodri make Best XI

Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after beating Argentina in Sunday’s final.

Read on as we look at the team of the tournament.

Unai Simon: He won the Golden Glove award and recorded the highest save percentage. His proactive style also helped Spain maintain an effective high defensive line.

Pedro Porro: The Spurs right-back was solid defensively, making 37 defensive contributions. He also scored two goals.

Pau Cubarsi: He led the tournament for touches, successful passes and clearances. Deservedly won the FIFA Young Player Award.

Marc Guehi: Guehi rarely put a foot wrong, helping England secure a third-place finish with his composure on the ball and brilliant defending.

Marc Cucurella: He ranked first for assists and second for big chances created amongst left backs at the tournament. He was also dribbled past only twice.

Rodri: Named the Golden Ball winner, Rodri’s brilliant positioning in and out of possession allowed Spain to control games and restrict the opposition from creating chances.

Declan Rice: Among central midfielders at the tournament, Rice ranked first for key passes per game and registered three goal involvements.

Jude Bellingham: The Real Madrid star was the Three Lions’ best player. He scored seven goals, the most by an England player in a single World Cup.

Michael Olise: He became the first player on record to register six assists from open play. He also equalled the tournament’s assist record.

Kylian Mbappe: The Frenchman won the Golden Boot and became the all-time leading goalscorer in the competition’s history.

Lionel Messi: Messi ranked first for big chances created and key passes per game. He also ranked second for goals scored and successful dribbles per game.

Stats from Opta, Sofascore & Fotmob.