Opta World Cup All-Star XI: Messi and Mbappe lead the way, with four Spanish players included.

On July 21, Beijing time, the renowned data platform Opta announced its FIFA World Cup Best XI for 2026. The forward line is led by Mbappe and Haaland, with Messi and Bellingham anchoring the midfield. A total of four Spanish national team champions were selected.

Opta 2026 USA-Mexico World Cup Best XI

Goalkeeper: Kerber (Switzerland)

Defenders: Cucurella (Spain), Lisandro Martinez (Argentina), Cubas (Spain), Porro (Spain)

Forwards: Bellingham (England), Rodri (Spain), Messi (Argentina), Mbappe (France), Haaland (Norway), Trossard (Belgium)