Has the 2026 World Cup already delivered its breakout star? 👀

Every World Cup, we're treated to a handful of new names looking to make an impression, and perhaps the 2026 edition has already delivered its breakout star.

>Ayyoub Bouaddi, aged just 18, was in the spotlight on Saturday as Brazil and Morocco played out a thrilling 1-1 draw.

>Born in 2007, the youngster only had four caps to his name for his country at the senior level before being called into the starting line-up in the 2026 World Cup opener.

>Across 90 minutes, he registered a 91% pass completion rate, four tackles won, six defensive contributions and then some.

>Will the midfielder be staying with Lille next season? Or will the rumour mill link his name with somewhere else by August?