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Here are 14 players from outside Europe who could make a major impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
1. Alphonso Davies (Canada)
One of the fastest and most dynamic players in world football, Davies is Canada’s captain and biggest star. His ability to influence matches from either defense or attack makes him a game-changer.
2. Jonathan David (Canada)
Canada’s leading striker combines intelligent movement with clinical finishing and is expected to be crucial to their knockout-stage ambitions.
3. Achraf Hakimi (Morocco)
The Moroccan captain remains one of the world’s best attacking full-backs and a key reason Morocco continue to compete with elite nations.
4. Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
Playing in what could be his final World Cup, Salah remains Egypt’s talisman and biggest attacking threat.
5. Takefusa Kubo (Japan)
The creative Japanese winger has developed into one of Asia’s most exciting attacking players and can unlock defenses with his dribbling and vision.
6. Kaoru Mitoma (Japan)
Mitoma’s pace and one-on-one ability make him one of the most dangerous wingers in the tournament.
7. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)
Nigeria’s star striker is among the world’s most feared forwards thanks to his speed, aerial ability, and finishing.
8. Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
Fresh from several excellent club seasons, Lookman brings creativity and goals from wide areas.
9. Lee Kang-in (South Korea)
A technically gifted playmaker capable of producing moments of brilliance in tight matches.
10. Salem Al-Dawsari (Saudi Arabia)
Already famous for scoring against Argentina in 2022, Al-Dawsari remains Saudi Arabia’s most influential attacker.
11. Piero Hincapié (Ecuador)
One of South America’s best young defenders, combining athleticism with composure on the ball.
12. Moisés Caicedo (Ecuador)
A complete midfielder who can dominate games both defensively and offensively.
13. Sardar Azmoun (Iran)
Iran’s experienced striker remains a proven goalscorer on the international stage.
14. Mohammed Kudus (Ghana)
The versatile attacker is capable of producing spectacular goals and carrying Ghana deep into the tournament.
These players represent some of the strongest talents from Africa, Asia, North America, and South America, and several could become breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
