With the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ESPN has unveiled its Best XI for the tournament. Spain emerged as the biggest winner with four players selected, thanks to their championship performance, while world-class stars like Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland also made the list.

Here is ESPN's Best XI:

Goalkeeper Vozinha (Cape Verde)

Although Spanish goalkeeper Unai Simón performed consistently, veteran Cape Verdean Vozinha was even more impressive. The 40-year-old goalkeeper made numerous crucial saves in several matches, particularly achieving a clean sheet against Spain and repeatedly denying Messi's shots when facing Argentina, becoming a legendary figure in this tournament.

Defender Jed Spence (England)

England manager Thomas Tuchel boldly entrusted Spence, and the Tottenham Hotspur full-back repaid that trust with his performance. As the tournament progressed, he became increasingly impressive, particularly standing out in the semi-final against Argentina.

Defender Cubarsi (Spain)

At just 19 years old, Cubarsi displayed maturity and stability beyond his years. Despite occasional errors, his overall performance was convincing. He showed tenacious fighting spirit by continuing to play after being fouled by Enzo Fernández in the final.

Defender Laporte (Spain)

After a fluctuating career, 32-year-old Laporte returned to his peak in this FIFA World Cup, forming a solid central defensive partnership with Cubarsi and making significant contributions to Spain's championship victory.

Defender Cucurella (Spain)

Cucurella, who recently completed his transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid, proved his worth with his FIFA World Cup performance. He excelled in both offense and defense, completely dispelling external doubts about his defensive capabilities.

Midfielder Rodri (Spain)

As a world-class defensive midfielder, Rodri demonstrated exceptional control and stability in matches. He almost never made mistakes and was the core of Spain's midfield operations.

Midfielder Bouadi (Morocco)

Eighteen-year-old Bouadi was one of the biggest surprises of this tournament. The young midfielder, who chose Morocco over France, performed brilliantly in the team's run to the quarter-finals, showing great promise for the future.

Midfielder Bellingham (England)

Bellingham scored 7 goals in this FIFA World Cup, an astonishing figure for a midfielder. He combined attacking drive, defensive coverage, and passion for the game, making him a crucial pillar for England.

Forward Messi (Argentina)

The 39-year-old Messi completed his sixth FIFA World Cup journey, maintaining his top-tier standard. His crucial performances helped Argentina reach the final, further solidifying his status as the greatest player in history.

Forward Mbappe (France)

Mbappe clinched the Golden Boot with 10 goals, scoring a brace in the third-place play-off. Except for the semi-final, he delivered highlight performances in almost every match, making him the most dangerous attacking player for France.

Forward Haaland (Norway)

Haaland, participating in his first FIFA World Cup, scored 7 goals, matching a historical record. Not only was he efficient in attack, but he also gained widespread attention for his distinct personality and off-field presence.

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