FIFA World Cup 2026: Which players are likely to play in their last World Cup?


Along with the thrill and excitement of yet another edition of the FIFA World Cup comes the bittersweet opportunity to see the biggest names in football on the biggest stage one last time.

Undoubtedly the biggest names in world football: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr. arrive in the US, Mexico and Canada in what could be their last chance at the World Cup.

Players who could play in their last World Cup

1. Lionel Messi (Argentina) – 38

2. Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal) – 41

3. Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium) – 35

4. Neymar Jr (Brazil) – 34

5. Sadio Mane (Senegal) – 34

6. Mohamed Salah (Egypt) – 34

7. Virgil Van Dijk (Netherlands) – 35

8. Manuel Neuer (Germany) – 40

9. Luka Modric (Croatia) – 40

Published on June 3, 2026



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