Premier League supporters around the world have selected their Best XI from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, recognising several top-flight stars whose performances stood out during football’s biggest tournament.
The team was chosen through a global fan vote on the Premier League’s official website, with supporters selecting from a shortlist of 101 Premier League players who featured at the World Cup.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri headlines the team after inspiring Spain to their second FIFA World Cup title and winning the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.
In goal, Everton’s Jordan Pickford earned a place after another impressive campaign with England, making 19 saves and becoming his country’s most-capped men’s goalkeeper in World Cup history.
The defence features Tottenham Hotspur’s Pedro Porro, who excelled for Spain, alongside Argentina duo Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martínez, while Djed Spence completed the back four following his breakthrough performances for England.
The midfield consists of Elliot Anderson, Rodri and Enzo Fernández, all of whom played influential roles for their respective national teams throughout the tournament.
In attack, Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka was rewarded after contributing three goals and three assists, while Manchester City’s Erling Haaland earned selection after scoring seven goals in five matches during Norway’s impressive campaign.
Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr completed the team after finishing as Africa’s leading scorer at the tournament with four goals for Senegal.
EPL Fans’ 2026 World Cup Best XI
Goalkeeper
- Jordan Pickford (England/Everton)
Defenders
- Pedro Porro (Spain/Tottenham Hotspur)
- Cristian Romero (Argentina/Tottenham Hotspur)
- Lisandro Martínez (Argentina/Manchester United)
- Djed Spence (England/Tottenham Hotspur)
Midfielders
- Elliot Anderson (England/Manchester City)
- Rodri (Spain/Manchester City)
- Enzo Fernández (Argentina/Chelsea)
Forwards
- Bukayo Saka (England/Arsenal)
- Erling Haaland (Norway/Manchester City)
- Ismaila Sarr (Senegal/Crystal Palace)
The fan-selected XI highlights the quality and influence of Premier League players on the international stage, with stars from England’s top flight playing decisive roles throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
