The World Cup is approaching a dramatic climax as Argentina and Spain get ready to face off in this Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Sadly, for Scotland, it was another disappointing group stage exit, as two defeats from three sealed their exit, with head coach Steve Clarke resigning shortly afterwards. But for others, it has been a tournament to remember.
While global superstars such as Harry Kane, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe have stolen the headlines, several midfielders have also risen to the occasion across the pond, with the engine room producing some of the best performances at the tournament so far. But which midfielders have performed the best at World Cup 2026?
Here are the top 10 highest rated midfielders at the World Cup, from 10-1, as per popular football statistics website FotMob.
9. Pedro Vite - Colombia
Despite being knocked out at the last-16 stage by Switzerland, Pumas midfielder Vite was one of the highest rated midfielders at the tournament with an average rating of 7.73. He ended the tournament with a near perfect 92.9 per cent passing accuracy rate, a goal and 100 per cent dribbling accuracy. | AFP via Getty Images
10. Stephen Eustaquio - Canada
One of two Canadian's on this list, the FC Porto midfielder scored an average rating of 7.57, thanks to his 87.4 per cent passing accuracy, one goal scored and 12 chances created for his team (including three big chances).
11. Elliot Anderson - England
The £116million summer signing for Manchester City has been a virtual ever present for an England side who made it the semi-finals. The Three Lions midfielder, he has an average rating of 7.57 due to his 87.6 per cent passing accuracy rate, 100 per cent dribble success and 64 per cent dual win rate. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images