Alexi Lalas Names 2026 World Cup Best XI

Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simón earned a spot in Lalas' Best XI after winning the Golden Glove, keeping seven clean sheets and conceding just one goal - the fewest ever by a World Cup-winning team. Marc Cucurella and Aymeric Laporte represented Spain's defense, while Argentina's Cristian Romero and Spain's Pedro Porro rounded out the defensive selections. newsbetting.cv

The Best XI recognizes players who excelled throughout the tournament's expanded 48-team format. Simón's shot-stopping and ability to play out from the back were pivotal, while Cucurella provided defensive stability and attacking presence. Laporte anchored the back line alongside teenage center back Pau Cubarsí, and Romero continued his impact from Argentina's 2022 win with defensive contributions and goalscoring threats.