Five World Cup 2026 players with Corinthians connections

Although only one active Corinthians player is participating in the 2026 World Cup, the club remains well-represented on the global stage. A total of five athletes currently competing in the tournament have past or present ties to the club, including academy graduates and those who had professional stints in São Paulo.

Memphis Depay is the only player currently under contract with the club. Representing the Netherlands, the forward remains a key figure in the squad, and Corinthians' leadership is actively exploring options to extend his contract, pending financial partnerships to ensure his stay.

The list also includes Brazil captain Marquinhos, who was developed at the club's academy. His early professional career featured a short but impactful stint, including participation in the 2012 Copa Libertadores winning campaign. Other players with ties to the club include midfielder Éderson, currently at Atalanta, defender Félix Torres, currently on loan, and Paraguayan defender Fabián Balbuena, who had two separate spells with the Timão.