Youngest Players at World Cup 2026 — The Next Generation of Stars
Every World Cup introduces the world to a new generation of young talent. From Pele at 17 in 1958 to Kylian Mbappe at 19 in 2018 the biggest stage often brings out the best in football's most exciting youngsters. Here are the youngest players expected to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
| # | Player | Country | Club | Age | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamine Yamal | Spain | Barcelona | 18 | Forward |
| 2 | Myles Lewis-Skelly | England | Arsenal | 18 | Midfielder |
| 3 | Endrick | Brazil | Real Madrid | 19 | Forward |
| 4 | Warren Zaire-Emery | France | PSG | 20 | Midfielder |
| 5 | Kobbie Mainoo | England | Manchester United | 21 | Midfielder |
| 6 | Alejandro Garnacho | Argentina | Manchester United | 21 | Forward |
| 7 | Gavi | Spain | Barcelona | 22 | Midfielder |
| 8 | Jamal Musiala | Germany | Bayern Munich | 23 | Midfielder |
| 9 | Florian Wirtz | Germany | Bayern Munich | 23 | Midfielder |
| 10 | Pedri | Spain | Barcelona | 23 | Midfielder |
Notable Facts
- →Lamine Yamal was born the day before Spain beat France in the Euro 2024 semi-final — he then scored against France in the same tournament
- →Endrick signed for Real Madrid before playing a senior club match — considered one of the most exciting prospects in the world
- →Kobbie Mainoo became one of England's most important players while still a teenager
- →Myles Lewis-Skelly is one of the youngest players in the entire tournament
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the youngest player at World Cup 2026?
Lamine Yamal of Spain is expected to be among the youngest players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup aged 18 during the tournament.
How old is Lamine Yamal at World Cup 2026?
Lamine Yamal will be 18 years old at the 2026 FIFA World Cup having been born on July 13 2007.
Is Kobbie Mainoo at World Cup 2026?
Kobbie Mainoo is expected to be in the England squad. The Manchester United midfielder has become one of England's most important players.
Who is the youngest ever World Cup player?
Norman Whiteside of Northern Ireland holds the record as the youngest player ever to appear at a World Cup aged 17 years and 41 days in 1982.
Is Endrick playing at World Cup 2026?
Endrick is expected to be in the Brazil squad. The Real Madrid forward is one of the most exciting young players in the world.
Who are the youngest England players at World Cup 2026?
Myles Lewis-Skelly of Arsenal and Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United are among the youngest England players expected at the 2026 World Cup.
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