The veteran captain will travel to the tournament for a historic sixth appearance, while Martinez attempts to build a squad capable of challenging for the country’s first-ever world title.

Roberto Martínez has officially announced Portugal’s 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading the roster. Following the announcement, the head coach also provided key details regarding the management of minutes for the 40-year-old striker throughout the tournament.

While the spotlight naturally fell on the 41-year-old captain, much of the discussion after the announcement centered around one unusual detail surrounding the national team selection.

The veteran forward will captain the national team at a record-breaking sixth World Cup appearance, with the tournament in North America expected to be the final chapter of his extraordinary international career.

Despite being one of the greatest Brazilian players of the last decade, Neymar had gone nearly three years without playing for Brazil. However, head coach Carlo Ancelotti has decided to reintegrate him into the squad for the 2026 World Cup, prompting the 34-year-old star to react on social media.

After being left out by Carlo Ancelotti from Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad, Chelsea striker Joao Pedro issued a statement on social media.

After revealing Brazil's squad, coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted that Neymar "will be important" for the 2026 World Cup.

Neymar has been officially included by Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti in the squad list for the 2026 World Cup.

Despite not being part of Carlo Ancelotti’s process with Brazil, Neymar Jr. has been included in the 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup. With this call-up, the 34-year-old star ends a lengthy absence after playing his last match for the national team several years ago.

Neymar Jr. has not been a regular presence for Brazil in recent years, spending a long period away from the national team. However, Carlo Ancelotti recently praised the 34-year-old star just days before Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad announcement, providing major hints of his comeback.

Prior to the announcement of the Brazil squad list for the 2026 World Cup, Neymar has been drawn at the center of a controversial substitution at Santos.

Being one of Bayern Munich's standout players this season, Manuel Neuer appears to be on the verge of a comeback with Germany for the 2026 World Cup. However, he suffered an injury in a recent match, raising doubts about whether this will affect his participation in the anticipated tournament.

South Korea are headlined by Son Heung-min as they presented their list for the 2026 World Cup.

Manuel Neuer could be heading to a fifth FIFA World Cup after reports claimed Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann has decided to bring the veteran goalkeeper back for the 2026 tournament.

Japan defined their World Cup list with Takefusa Kubo, while Kaoru Mitoma and Takumi Minamino are injured.