A total of 16 Arsenal players will represent their countries at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the highest of any club at the tournament, after the Gunners won the 2025/26 Premier League title under Mikel Arteta.
Five players earned places in England’s squad, including star winger Bukayo Saka, midfielder Declan Rice, winger Noni Madueke, teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri, and attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze.
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice celebrate after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Saka once again proved decisive for Arsenal this season, contributing 18 goals and 14 assists across all competitions despite injury setbacks.
Rice remained the heartbeat of Mikel Arteta’s midfield with 9 goals and 11 assists, while Eze enjoyed a brilliant campaign after his arrival, adding creativity and goals in the final third.
Madueke’s pace and direct play strengthened Arsenal’s attacking depth, while Nwaneri emerged as one of Europe’s brightest young talents.
Myles Lewis-Skelly, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke, Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber of Arsenal pose for a photograph the Premier League trophy as players of Arsenal celebrate, as they are crowned the Champions of the Premier League for the 2025/26 Season, after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images for the Premier League.
Brazil will rely on Arsenal duo Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Magalhães as they chase a sixth World Cup title. Martinelli registered 15 goals and 9 assists this season, offering explosive pace and pressing ability, while Gabriel continued to establish himself as one of the Premier League’s most dominant central defenders.
Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal poses for a photograph his Premier League winners medal as players of Arsenal celebrate, as they are crowned the Champions of the Premier League for the 2025/26 Season, after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Spain’s squad includes goalkeeper David Raya, midfielder Mikel Merino, and new signing Martín Zubimendi. Raya kept 18 clean sheets during the campaign and remains vital with his composure in possession, while Merino and Zubimendi provide technical quality and control in midfield.
Arsenal’s David Raya celebrates after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026, in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Sweden striker Viktor Gyökeres heads to the tournament after a prolific season in front of goal, scoring more than 30 goals for club and country combined. His physicality and finishing are expected to be central to Sweden’s hopes.
Viktor Gyoekeres of Arsenal celebrates with Arsenal fans, as Arsenal are crowned the Champions of the Premier League for the 2025/26 Season, after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Belgium winger Leandro Trossard earned another major tournament call-up after contributing crucial goals and assists for Arsenal throughout the season, while Jurriën Timber returns to the Netherlands squad following an impressive comeback campaign after injury.
Jurrien Timber and Leandro Trossard of Arsenal arrive at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier League)
France defender William Saliba will once again anchor Les Bleus’ defence after another commanding season in the Premier League. His calmness, recovery pace, and aerial dominance have made him one of Europe’s most sought-after defenders.
William Saliba of Arsenal poses for a photograph the Premier League trophy as players of Arsenal celebrate, as they are crowned the Champions of the Premier League for the 2025/26 Season, after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier League)
Germany’s attack will feature Kai Havertz, who rediscovered his best form this season with important goals in both domestic and European competitions.
Kai Havertz of Arsenal kisses the Premier League trophy, as Arsenal are crowned the Champions of the Premier League for the 2025/26 Season, after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026, in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Meanwhile, Ecuador defender Piero Hincapié also joins the Arsenal contingent at the World Cup after another solid campaign marked by versatility and composure at the back.
(L-R) Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Hincapie celebrate after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026, in London, England. Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images
Arsenal’s strong World Cup presence highlights the quality of the squad that delivered the Premier League title this season.
