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Has the 2026 World Cup already delivered its breakout star? ๐Ÿ‘€

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. B

Has the 2026 World Cup already delivered its breakout star? ๐Ÿ‘€
Yahoo Sports โ€” 13 June 2026
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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?

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