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World Cup 2026

Viva's Power Rankings — No.4: Germany, Musiala returning, a system finally built for the modern game, and twelve years of waiting

Germany have not won a World Cup since 2014. Musiala is back from injury. Wirtz is at his peak. Nagelsmann has finally built a system that matches the talent available. Fourth on this list — and Viva's dark horse for the final.

World Cup 2026

Under-21 Players to Watch — No.2: Jamal Musiala, the player Germany built their World Cup around — and the injury comeback that makes him more dangerous

Jamal Musiala is 22 years old and the best player Germany have had in a generation. He missed significant time through injury. He is back. Players who return from injury with a point to prove at a World Cup tend to produce the tournament's most memorable moments.