The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just days away from kick-off in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Below is a list of brothers who would be competing at the showpiece event.
Jurriën Timber & Quinten Timber (Netherlands)
Both brothers made the Dutch squad. Jurriën plays in defence, while Quinten plays in midfield.
Theo Hernández & Lucas Hernández (France)
The Hernández brothers are both part of France’s World Cup squad. They are among the most famous sibling pairs in international football.
Nico Williams & Iñaki Williams
This is a unique case: the brothers are representing different countries.
Nico plays for Spain, while Iñaki plays for Ghana. Both countries qualified and both players are in their respective squads.
Désiré Doué & Guela Doué
Désiré Doué will be playing for France at the World Cup while his older brother Guela Doué will star for Côte d’Ivoire.
