Youngest Players Set to Shine at World Cup 2026, Including Hamza Abdel Karim

The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup will showcase a wealth of young talent, highlighting a generational shift within the national teams participating in the tournament hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Leading the list of the youngest players is Mexico’s Gilberto Mora, with a lineup featuring promising talents from various continents, including notable Arab names from Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Notable Arab Representation

The list includes three Arab players: Egyptian Hamza Abdel Karim, Moroccan Ayoub Bouaddi, and Tunisian Rayan Louni. This reflects the emergence of a new generation of Arab talents ready to make their mark on the global football stage.

Spanish star Lamine Yamal continues to attract attention despite his young age, while Brazilian prospect Endrick is also among the most anticipated talents in the tournament.

These young athletes are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of their respective national teams as many aim to leave an early imprint during their first World Cup appearances.

List of Youngest Players at World Cup 2026

• 1- Gilberto Mora (Mexico) – 17 years and 240 days
• 2- Hugo Suchyrek (Czech Republic) – 18 years and 4 days
• 3- Linart Karl (Germany) – 18 years and 109 days
• 4- Ibrahim Mbaye (Senegal) – 18 years and 138 days
• 5- Hamza Abdel Karim (Egypt) – 18 years and 161 days
• 6- Bara Sabouko Ndaye (Senegal) – 18 years and 162 days
• 7- Mladen Jorkas (Bosnia and Herzegovina) – 18 years and 247 days
• 8- Ayoub Bouaddi (Morocco) – 18 years and 252 days
• 9- Karim Alajbovic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) – 18 years and 263 days
• 10- Rayan Louni (Tunisia) – 18 years and 267 days
• 11- Lucas Herington (Australia) – 18 years and 279 days
• 12- Behruzjon Karimov (Uzbekistan) – 18 years and 308 days
• 13- Lamine Yamal (Spain) – 18 years and 333 days
• 14- Kendry Paez (Ecuador) – 19 years and 38 days
• 15- Tyler Fletcher (Scotland) – 19 years and 84 days
• 16- Luka Vukosavic (Croatia) – 19 years and 107 days
• 17- Pau Kobarci (Spain) – 19 years and 140 days
• 18- Jan Diomande (Ivory Coast) – 19 years and 209 days
• 19- Rayan (Brazil) – 19 years and 312 days
• 20- Endrick (Brazil) – 19 years and 325 days