Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe will form part of a lethal French attack at the World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the US.
World Cups have a habit of turning great forwards into legends. Whether it's a prolific striker chasing the Golden Boot or a winger capable of producing moments of magic, attacking players often define football's biggest tournament.
With the 2026 Fifa World Cup set to showcase an extraordinary generation of talent, these are 10 forwards who could light up North America and shape the race for global glory.
Already a World Cup winner and Golden Boot recipient, Mbappé heads to North America at the height of his powers. The France captain finished as the UEFA Champions League's top scorer this season and remains football's most devastating big-match attacker. Another standout tournament could elevate him into the game's all-time elite.
The Golden Boot winners at the Fifa World Cup.
