In a recent market-value ranking of national team squads ahead of the World Cup, France has emerged as the most valuable team, with a valuation of €1.46 billion. Spain follows closely at €1.41 billion, and England is just behind at €1.40 billion. The data, provided by TransferRoom and reported by Diario Olé, highlights the competitive landscape of the tournament as the 2026 World Cup approaches, which will feature 48 teams across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The top five most valuable squads are exclusively European, with Germany valued at €1.13 billion and Portugal at €1.01 billion. Brazil is ranked sixth with a valuation of €941 million, while Argentina sits eighth at €739 million. Despite the high valuations, the article notes that squad value does not guarantee success in the tournament. The close valuations among the leading squads suggest a tightly contested competition as they prepare for the expanded World Cup format.