Mbappé, Cucurella, and Bellingham in the World Cup Best XI
The three madridistas are part of the tournament's best team, chosen by the fans.
FIFA has revealed the 2026 World Cup Best XI, chosen by the fans. The madridistas Mbappé, Cucurella, and Bellingham are part of the tournament's best team following their outstanding performances during the competition.
Mbappé was included in the best XI after being crowned the World Cup Golden Boot winner with 10 goals. The French forward played all eight matches of the tournament as a starter, provided four assists, and made 23 shots on target. Additionally, during the tournament, he became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history and for the French national team.
Cucurella, World Champion with Spain, was one of the standout defenders of the tournament. The full-back played every possible minute of the World Cup, provided two assists, and contributed to Spain keeping seven clean sheets.
Meanwhile, Bellingham also delivered a great performance in the World Cup. The midfielder, who finished in third place with England, became the first English player to score seven goals in a single World Cup edition. The madridista played all eight of England's matches, starting in seven of them, provided one assist, and completed eight key passes.
This 2026 World Cup Best XI is completed by Vozinha (Cape Verde), Pedro Porro (Spain), Lisandro Martínez (Argentina), Upamecano (France), Rodri (Spain), Olise (France), Messi (Argentina), and Haaland (Norway).
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