World Cup 2026 team of the tournament: The Independent’s best XI from historic event

July 18, 2026 by hani

blemish was that he had no such opportunities in the devastating semi-final loss against Argentina.

Rodri is on the verge of a first World Cup triumph (Reuters)

Enzo Fernandez celebrates his goal against England (Reuters)

Jude Bellingham scored two brilliant doubles against Mexico and Norway (Getty)

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