Gavi -- World Cup 2026

Spain • Barcelona

Gavi and Pedri form the best central midfield partnership in world football and together they make Spain one of the most tactically complete teams in the 2026 tournament. Gavi turns 22 during the tournament -- he is already a senior figure in the Spanish national team.

About Gavi

Gavi won the Euros with Spain in 2024 and has returned from his serious knee injury that cost him most of the 2023-24 season completely restored. His pressing intensity, ball-winning ability, and short passing quality complement Pedri perfectly -- one covers when the other advances, creating a midfield that is almost impossible to play through. Spain under De la Fuente have found a system that maximizes both players simultaneously.

Gavi and New York

Spain fans in New York will be watching at Spanish-owned bars in the West Village, East Village, and Hell's Kitchen. Euro 2024 gave the Spanish community in New York a tournament to celebrate -- they arrive at 2026 as one of the title favorites.

How to watch Gavi at the World Cup

All World Cup matches air on FOX or FS1 in English, Telemundo or Universo in Spanish. FuboTV carries all four channels.