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Some stars will not be at the FIFA World Cup 2026, having missed out due to injuries or because their nations failed to qualify. [Adidas Football, Instagram]
The world’s best football players will travel to North America this summer for the most anticipated sporting event of the year: the FIFA World Cup 2026.
While the 48-team tournament will feature young prodigies and veterans alike, some stars will not be at the tournament, having missed out due to injuries or because their nations failed to qualify.
We take a look at the top stars who will not be at the World Cup:
