Frenkie de Jong — Netherlands · FIFA World Cup 2026

Netherlands' run to the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, Frenkie de Jong showcased his exceptional midfield skills and technical prowess on football's biggest stage, helping his team reach Qatar's championship match. A key player in the Dutch national team's midfield, de Jong has been crucial to the Netherlands' resurgence as a competitive force in international football, earning recognition as one of Europe's finest young midfielders through his performances in World Cup and UEFA Nations League competitions.