Ronaldo and Messi Lead FIFA's World Cup Appearance List
On August 17, 2026, FIFA released a list ranking footballers by the number of FIFA World Cup editions they have participated in. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi lead the list, each having appeared in six World Cups, including the upcoming 2026 edition jointly hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Following them are seven players who have participated in five World Cups: Antonio Carbajal, Andres Guardado, Rafael Marquez, Lothar Matthaus, Luka Modric, Yuto Nagatomo, and Manuel Neuer. Additionally, the list features over 60 players who have made four World Cup appearances.
The release is titled “Men playing in the most World Cups” and emphasizes the players' achievements in the tournament's history.
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