Thirteen Premier League players could feature in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final as defending champions Argentina face European champions Spain on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in New Jersey, New York.
According to premierleague.
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com, Argentina has the opportunity to become only the third team in tournament history to retain the trophy, following Italy and Brazil.
In total, 21 Premier League players have previously won the World Cup.
Argentine Contingent
Four Argentine players—Emiliano Martinez, Lisandro Martinez, Cristian Romero, and Alexis Mac Allister—could become the first to win the tournament twice while playing for a Premier League club.
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has started all seven games this summer, keeping two clean sheets.
Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero has been a mainstay, leading all centre-backs at the tournament with 14 tackles and 32 duels won.
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Romero forms a defensive partnership with Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez.
Nicknamed "The Butcher" by Man Utd fans, Martinez has missed just one Argentina game this summer—when he and Romero were both rested against Jordan.
Lisandro Martinez returned late in the club season from injury before scoring and assisting in Argentina's 3-2 victory against Cape Verde during the round of 32.
Meanwhile, Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has maintained an unbeaten record in his World Cup career across 13 total matches.
Chelsea vice-captain Enzo Fernandez has also been a key figure, scoring decisive goals in knockout victories against both Egypt and England.
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Spanish Representatives
For Spain, Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya and Tottenham right-back Pedro Porro are in contention. Their presence guarantees a Premier League winner for the third consecutive World Cup.
