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FIFA Confirms 1,248 Players for 2026 World Cup, 891 Debutants
FIFA has released the full squads for the 2026 World Cup, confirming a total of 1,248 players will participate. The list includes 891 debutants, highlighting a significant influx of new talent.
2 Jun, 16:50 — 2 Jun, 18:34
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YahooMostly Factual2h ago
With all squads confirmed – here are are some interesting facts ahead of the World Cup
The final squads have been submitted to FIFA ahead of the start of the World Cup on June 11, and this will be a historic competition. 357 players of the 1,248 taking part will be returning after at le...
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2026 World Cup: FIFA releases full squads, confirms 1,248 players, 891 debutants
FIFA has released the full 2026 World Cup squads, confirming 1,248 players and 891 debutants. Get all the details on the expanded tournament and global sta Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-world-cup-fifa-releases-full-squads-confirms-1248-players-891-debutants/
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