Former Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez shared his thoughts about the 2026 World Cup and openly stated which team he believes will be the main contender for the title. According to him, the Spain national team is one of the strongest in the tournament and should be considered the main favorite for victory.
In Xavi’s opinion, Spain has rebuilt its playing style in recent years and, thanks to the new generation of players, has once again become a powerful team. He especially mentioned one of the brightest young talents — Lamine Yamal.
— Lamine Yamal can become not only the star of Spain but also of the entire world at the upcoming World Cup. I believe he will be the tournament’s best player and top scorer, — said Xavi.
The famous specialist also highlighted the Morocco national team separately. According to him, the Africans may become one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 World Cup.
— Morocco has made tremendous progress in recent years. They stand out for their team spirit and physical preparation. If they can maintain this level of play, they will once again amaze everyone, — added the Spanish coach.
For reference, the 2026 World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. A total of 48 teams will participate in the tournament, and the current champion is Argentina.
Thus, according to Xavi Hernandez’s prediction, Spain, with its new generation of footballers, is ready to make history at the World Cup, while African teams could bring new intrigue to the race for the title.
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