Premier League clubs with most players at FIFA World Cup 2026 - Full Breakdown
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More than 180 players from the English top division will be lining up for their countries.
Many of the top stars from all over the world are going to feature for their national teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA. A total of 48 teams are going to battle for the mega prize.
The mega competition is going to begin on June 11. The final of the flagship tournament is all set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, on July 19.
The English Premier League is considered one of the best football leagues around the world and this time around, a total of 180 players from the English top division are all set to represent their nations on the grandest stage of them all.
Manchester City is the EPL club with the most players (19) across 12 nations are going to compete in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Stars like Erling Haaland (Norway), Rodri (Spain) and Bernardo Silva (Portugal).
From the Premier League champions Arsenal, a total of 16 players, including Bukayo Saka (England), Declan Rice (England) and Viktor Gyokeres (Sweden), are looking to shine. Manchester United have 13 stars representing their nations on the world stage. Some names include Bruno Fernandes (Portugal), Casemiro (Brazil) and Kobbie Mainoo.
Some other top teams include Liverpool (11 players), Crystal Palace (12 Players) and Chelsea (11 Players). The list also has three relegated sides (West Ham, Wolves and Burnley) and three promoted teams (Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City)
Also Read: FIFA World Cup 2026 squads: Final list of players for all 48 nations
Premier League clubs ranked by number of players selected for FIFA World Cup 2026
| S.No | Clubs | Number of Players |
| 1. | Manchester City | 19 |
| 2. | Arsenal | 16 |
| 3. | Manchester United | 13 |
| 4. | Crystal Palace | 12 |
| 5. | Liverpool | 11 |
| 6. | Chelsea | 11 |
| 7. | Sunderland | 11 |
| 8. | Aston Villa | 10 |
| 9. | Tottenham Hotspur | 9 |
| 10. | Brighton & Hove Albion | 8 |
| 11. | Newcastle United | 8 |
| 12. | Fulham | 7 |
| 13. | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 7 |
| 14. | AFC Bournmouth | 6 |
| 15. | Nottingham Forest | 6 |
| 16. | West Ham United | 5 |
| 17. | Burnley | 5 |
| 18. | Brentford | 4 |
| 19. | Everton | 4 |
| 20. | Leeds United | 4 |
| 21. | Hull City | 3 |
| 22. | Coventry City | 2 |
| 23. | Ipswich Town | 2 |
Which Premier League club has most players in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Manchester City with 19 players.
How many players from Arsenal are going to FIFA World Cup 2026?
A total of 16 stars.
How many players from Manchester United are going to FIFA World Cup 2026?
The Red Devils have 13 players.
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