Older Players Shine in Record World Cup Numbers
In a sport where youth is a highly prized commodity, the World Cup starting this week offers evidence you cannot keep a good man down. A record eight players aged 40 or older have been selected to play at the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States – one more than at all the past 22 tournaments combined. The previous entrants in this rarefied category include six goalkeepers and Cameroonian striker Roger Milla, who remains the oldest man to score at the finals afte
A record eight players aged 40 and above are competing in the current World Cup, a significant increase from previous tournaments. This marks a notable shift in a sport traditionally dominated by younger athletes. Among them are seasoned veterans like Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, with Ronaldo also participating in his sixth World Cup.
The presence of numerous veteran players highlights the enduring impact and skill of experienced athletes in top-tier international football.
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