The FIFA World Cup 2026, set to get underway on the 11th of June in Mexico, USA and Canada, could mark a watershed moment in the annals of football as multiple generational names mark their final bow at the quadrennial showpiece. As Argentine legend Messi looks to defend his crown in what would be a fairytale farewell, Brazilian prince Neymar’s has one final shot at the biggest prize in football, as do Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo and Croatian poster boy Luka Modric.
Lionel Messi, who clinched the World Cup with Argentina in 2022, will look to defend the title in what is set to be his final WC, in all likelihood. (Picture Credit: AFP)
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, who is yet to taste success at the FIFA World Cup, has one last shot at redemption. (X)
Brazil’s Neymar: The Prince Has One Final Shot To Be Crowned King in North America. (Picture Credit: AFP)
Luka Modric, who has been at the helm of Croatia’s climb in recent years and the midfield maestro would look to bid adieu to Hrvatska in memorable manner. (FIFA/X)
German legend Manuel Neuer, who tasted World Cup glory in 2014, reversed his international retirement to make himself available for the quadrennial in USA, Canada and Mexico. (AFP)
Kevin De Bruyne, one of the final remnants of the original Belgium’s Golden Generation, will look to lead the Red Devils at the spectacle in NA. (x)
‘World Cup Ochoa’ is back! The 40-year old Mexican icon has been a showpiece staple for a generation and the WC at home could be the perfect Swanson for the celebrated shot-stopper. (AFP)
