World Cup champions Spain had eight Barcelona players in their 2026 squad as six of them La Masia graduates. The winning goal was Once again scored by one of them.
In 2010, Spain were World Cup champions with eight Barcelona players, six from La Masia, and the title‑winning goal came from a La Masia product.
In 2026, sixteen years later, the numbers are identical and the decisive goal once again came from a La Masia graduate.
Softfootball understands this remarkable continuity highlights Barcelona’s unmatched ability to produce elite, world‑class footballers who define eras for both club and country.
