2026 World Cup: The ten most valuable squads of the tournament revealed!

For this 2026 World Cup, discover the ten participating nations boasting the most valuable squads today.

The 2026 World Cup may be decided on the pitch, but the numbers are already telling their own story. According to Transfermarkt data, France sits atop the list of the tournament’s most expensive squads, valued at €1.52 billion, powered by stars like Mbappé, Dembélé, and Olise. It’s a favorite’s status they fully embrace, though they’ll need to prove it on the field.

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1. France — €1.52 billion
2. England — €1.36 billion
3. Spain — €1.22 billion
4. Portugal — €1.00 billion
5. Germany — €947 million
6. Brazil — €928 million
7. Argentina — €850 million
8. Netherlands — €720 million
9. Belgium — €650 million
10. Norway — €580 million

Argentina, the reigning champions, are only seventh in this ranking. A paradox that serves as a reminder: market value has never guaranteed a single trophy. As such, this World Cup promises to be as open as it is unpredictable.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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