Victor Osimhen has emerged as the most valuable player among stars missing the Osimhen World Cup absentees list for 2026.
Despite the expansion of the tournament to 48 teams, several top players will not feature.
Osimhen World Cup absentees ranking
Osimhen tops the list with a peak market value of €120m.
The Nigerian striker will miss his second consecutive World Cup after the Super Eagles failed to qualify.
Top stars missing 2026 World Cup
Other notable players on the list include:
- Dominik Szoboszlai (€100m)
- Jan Oblak (€100m)
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (€90m)
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (€75m)
Several Italian stars will also miss the tournament after their shock elimination.
Italy’s shocking absence
Italy will miss another World Cup, extending their absence since 2014.
Key players missing include:
- Alessandro Bastoni
- Nicolò Barella
- Sandro Tonali
What this means for Nigeria
For Nigeria, Osimhen’s absence is a major blow.
His rise from Lille to Napoli made him one of the world’s top strikers.
However, World Cup qualification proved difficult despite his performances.
2026 World Cup outlook
The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by:
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
While stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will feature, others like Osimhen will be missing.
