The teams for the 2026 World Cup have been announced, and seven players over the age of 40 will be taking part.
According to Lent.az, the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, will feature seven players over the age of 40, including 41-year-old Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, who will be making his sixth World Cup appearance.
The oldest player to take part in the tournament will be 43-year-old Scottish goalkeeper Craig Gordon.
Here are the seven players over 40 who will be participating in the 2026 World Cup:
Craig Gordon (Scotland): The 43-year-old veteran goalkeeper will be the oldest player in the 2026 World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal): The 41-year-old footballer is set to break a record by appearing in his sixth World Cup.
Luka Modrić (Croatia): The 40-year-old midfielder will be one of his country's biggest hopes in the tournament.
Manuel Neuer (Germany): The 40-year-old goalkeeper has been included in the team to guard Germany's goal.
Edin Džeko (Bosnia and Herzegovina): The 40-year-old striker will be competing in the attacking line for his country.
Guillermo Ochoa (Mexico): The 40-year-old legendary goalkeeper has been included in the host country's team for the sixth time.
Vozinha (Cape Verde): The 40-year-old goalkeeper is part of his country's first World Cup team.