The World Cup has started with a bang across the pond, with over 100 goals scored in the first 10 days of the tournament, and host nations United States, Mexico and Canada all recording landmark victories.
Both Scotland and England have got off the mark too, with opening game wins over Haiti and Croatia getting the home nations off to the perfect start, while global superstars Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe have all scored at least two goals to kick off their tournaments in the most typical of fashions.
But which young stars have caught the eye in the opening days of the tournament? Which teenage talents have shone alongside the big names at the tournament in North America?
Here, we look at the 12 most valuable teenagers currently playing at the World Cup 2026 based on popular football statistics site FotMob’s market value.
1. Hugo Sochurek - Czechia
The Sparta Prague central-midfielder turned 18 just days before the World Cup began, and is one of the youngest players at the tournament. Despite still being very much in the infancy of his career, his boats impressive numbers for his club side, with 3.4 successful dribbles per game and three successful tackles per 90 minutes. He is valued at £3.3million. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
2. Gilberto Mora - Mexico
The youngest player at the tournament at just 17, Mora is already big news in Mexico and is valued at £7.4million. Hailed for his calmness in possession, he offers a wide range of passing and playmaking ability that makes a mockery of his tender years. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. Kendry Paez - Ecuador
The Chelsea winger has spent the last two seasons out on loan at River Plate and Strasbourg, and has gained a reputation as mature performer will the ability to create something out of nothing. Still just 19-years-old, he is tipped to have a big future, and is currently valued at £10million. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
4. Kerim Alajbegovic - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Linked to Manchester United, Sunderland, Inter Milan and Napoli, amongst others, this summer, the versatile 18-year-old attacker offers physical prowess and technically awareness, alongside a real eye for goal. Scored 13 goals and assisted four more in an underperforming RB Salzburg side last season, and is valued at £12million. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images