Top 10 most expensive squads at FIFA World Cup 2026 ft. France

Many valuable rosters will be playing in the competition.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will showcase some of the most talented squads ever assembled, with the world’s biggest stars set to compete for football’s ultimate prize. Unsurprisingly, many of the tournament favourites also rank among the most valuable national teams in world football.

According to Transfermarkt, France lead the way with a squad valued at $1.78 billion, while England ($1.52 billion) and Argentina ($950.76 million) are also among the most expensive teams heading into the tournament. However, several other nations feature star-studded rosters that are worth hundreds of millions and are capable of challenging for the title.

While market value alone cannot win a World Cup, it reflects the quality and depth available to each nation. With that in mind, here’s a look at the 10 most expensive squads competing at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

List of expensive squads at FIFA World Cup 2026: ft France

Rank	Player	Price
10	Belgium	$631.4 million
9	Norway	$698.97 million
8	Argentina	$950.76 million
7	Netherlands	$973.68 million
6	Brazil	$1.06 billion
5	Germany	$1.16 billion
4	Portugal	$1.19 billion
3	Spain	$1.47 billion
2	England	$1.52 billion
1	France	$1.78 billion

10. Belgium ($631.4 million)

Belgium are nearing the conclusion of a renowned golden generation. Kevin De Bruyne, 34, and Romelu Lukaku, 33, both have little monetary value, while Eden Hazard has retired.

This time, Jeremy Doku, a winger for Manchester City, is alone as Belgium’s most valuable player at $75.60 million, surpassing both Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana of Aston Villa.

9. Norway ($698.97 million)

Perhaps you already know who Norway’s most valuable players are. Erling Haaland, a striker for Man City, is valued at a staggering $232.60 million, making him the most valuable player not just in the tournament but globally.

But the enduring dark horses are by no means a one-man show. Together, Crystal Palace attacker Jørgen Strand Larsen and Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard contribute more than $127 million with their value to the team that seems capable of pulling off a few surprises this summer.

8. Argentina ($950.76 million)

On paper, at least, Lionel Messi hasn’t been Argentina’s most valued asset in a long time. He is only valued at $17.45 million here, and it’s obvious that players close to him have done the majority of the work in these rankings.

Enzo Fernández and Julián Álvarez, two potential major contributors in this summer’s transfer window, are both valued at $104.67 million, though interested parties will probably have to spend much more for either.

7. Netherlands ($973.68 million)

There are many well-known players on the Netherlands’ squad who are hoping to have a big impact in the World Cup this summer.

Arsenal defender Jurriň Timber ($81.41 million), Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo, Tottenham Hotspur’s Micky van de Ven are valued at ($75.60 million), and Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, who carries the same price tag as Álvarez and Fernández, are at the top of the country’s most valuable stars.

6. Brazil ($1.06 billion)

Brazil are the first country to surpass $1 billion, and if Blues striker João Pedro had been called up to the team and Chelsea winger Estêvão had been healthy, they might be even higher on these rankings.

Clásico rivals Vinicius Junior ($174.45 million) and Raphinha ($93.04 million) lead Brazil’s valuation, as expected, although Premier League heavyweights Gabriel, Bruno Guimarães, and Matheus Cunha each are valued more than $80 million.

5. Germany ($1.16 billion)

The pricey combo of Florian Wirtz of Liverpool and Jamal Musiala of Bayern Munich (both $116.3 million) leads Germany’s as most costly stars. After a sharp decline to colleague Lennart Karl at $69.78 million, Bayern midfielder Aleksandar Pavlović is ranked third at $104.67 million.

Nevertheless, the German team still has several elite players, such as Felix Nmecha, Nick Woltemade, Kai Havertz, and Nico Schlotterbeck, who all contribute to Die Mannschaft’s status as one of the pre-tournament favourites.

4. Portugal ($1.19 billion)

Similar to Argentina, Portugal’s most well-known star isn’t the most valuable here. Just five players have a lower worth going into the World Cup than Cristiano Ronaldo, who is valued at $13.96 million.

Portugal’s top three are present at Paris Saint-Germain. At $162.82 million combined, Vitinha and João Neves, the midfield duo that won the Champions League, are somewhat more expensive than defender Nuno Mendes, who is valued at $93.04 million.

3. Spain ($1.47 billion)

The rise to the top three is rather noticeable. Starting with Spain, La Roja are led by superstar winger Lamine Yamal, who is valued at an astounding $232.60 million. However, in contrast to other nations, the supporting cast is far more expensive.

Pedri ($174.45 million) and Pau Cubarsí ($93.04 million), colleagues from Barcelona, complete an extraordinarily costly top three. Notable players like François Zubimendi and Dani Olmo are not far behind.

2. England ($1.52 billion)

With a team headlined by Jude Bellingham ($162.82 million), Declan Rice ($139.56), Bukayo Saka ($127.93 million), and Morgan Rogers ($104.67 million), the rankings align with their high expectations.

In fact, just five of the team’s players fall below $25 million, and the Three Lions provide costly quality throughout the pitch.

1. France ($1.78 billion)

With a staggering valuation of $1.78 billion, France emerges victorious in these rankings. At least six players are easily worth more than $100 million. With a price tag of $232.60 million, Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé joins Yamal and Haaland as the most expensive player in the world. Michael Olise comes in second with $174.45 million.

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