Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?
The article discusses potential breakout stars for the 2026 World Cup, highlighting young talents from various countries. Players like Nico Paz from Argentina and Desire Doue from France are noted for their impressive performances at club level. The piece emphasizes the excitement surrounding these rising stars as they prepare for the international stage in the upcoming tournament.
- ▪Nico Paz, a rising star in the Real Madrid academy, has opted to represent Argentina despite being born in Spain.
- ▪Desire Doue has already made a name for himself at PSG, winning a man-of-the-match award in the Champions League final.
- ▪Both players are expected to play significant roles in their respective national teams during the World Cup.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/could-2026-world-cups-breakout-020121665.html |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 02:01:21 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-18T02:33:21.283Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-18T02:33:21.283Z |
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