The 2026 World Cup across Mexico, the United States, and Canada showcases a significant presence of FC Barcelona players. Out of 16 representatives, 15 advanced beyond the group stage, affirming the club's strong global footprint. The sole exception is defender Ronald Araujo, who was sidelined due to an injury sustained before the tournament.
Beyond Spain, Frenkie de Jong has confirmed his excellent form as the midfield leader for the Netherlands, preparing for a tough match against Morocco. Jules Koundé is a regular starter for France, which faces Sweden in the round of 16. Joao Cancelo has been effective as a starter and provider for Portugal, with Croatia awaiting in the next round. A setback came with Raphinha, injured in the second match, who will miss at least the round of 16 clash against Japan, hoping to return if Brazil reach the quarterfinals.
In England, Marcus Rashford has increased his impact to secure a starting spot, while Anthony Gordon has seen reduced playing time since the beginning and now faces the knockout match vs. DR Congo. Barca's young prospect Hamza Abdelkarim has emerged as a revelation for Egypt, having featured in all three group matches with notable impact and gaining recognition as one of the nation's key players. Egypt prepares for a game against Australia.
With Araujo’s sole elimination and awaiting Raphinha’s recovery, Barcelona approaches the knockout stages with broad representation across seven national teams. Several players are expected to play important roles in the World Cup title race, highlighting Barca's global influence on football's biggest stage.
