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Top Football Stars to Miss 2026 World Cup

Published Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Updated May 23

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will see several prominent football stars miss the tournament. These absences are attributed to either injuries sustained by the players or their national teams failing to qualify. Notably, Italy has become the first former champion to miss three consecutive World Cup finals.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Italy became the first former champions to miss three World Cup finals in a row.
  • Prominent football players will miss the FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries or their national teams failing to qualify.
  • Stars from nations including Georgia, Poland, Nigeria, France, Brazil, Netherlands, and Cameroon are among those who will not participate.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

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    The article lists prominent football players who will not participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries or their national teams failing to qualify. It highlights stars from nations like Georgia, Poland, Italy, Nigeria, France, Brazil, Netherlands, and Cameroon.

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