Egyptian Forward Abdel Kareem Among Five Youngest Players at 2026 World Cup

Hamza Abdel Kareem, an 18-year-old Egyptian forward, has been identified among the five youngest footballers heading to the 2026 World Cup. Abdel Kareem earned a spot on Egypt's senior national team following an impressive performance at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, according to the report. The list is led by Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora, who at 17 years and seven months old has attracted attention from European clubs through his performances for Club Tijuana. Czech defender Hugo Souchuryk, 17 years and 11 months old, is described as one of his country's most promising talents, recognized for his physicality and versatility. German midfielder Linart Karl, 18 years and three months old, has stood out through his football intelligence in Germany's youth national teams. Senegalese forward Ibrahima Mbay, 18 years and four months old, became the youngest scorer in African Nations Cup history during the tournament finals. The 2026 World Cup is scheduled to be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico.