World Cup 2026 fuels transfer interest and fan allegiance among athletes

World Cup 2026 Iga Świątek Gustavo Puerta football transfer market Spain national team

Polish tennis star Iga Świątek said she will back Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States. Świątek, the world No. 3 and defending Wimbledon champion, said she hopes to watch the tournament in the evenings with her team, adding that she has "no choice" but to support the Spanish side.

Colombian midfielder Gustavo Puerta, 22, impressed during the World Cup and is now valued at about €10 million. After a solid season with Racing Santander, he has attracted interest from Italian clubs Atalanta and Roma, as well as from FC Porto and Real Betis. Puerta’s contract runs until June 2029, giving Racing a strong negotiating position as talks about a possible move to Serie A intensify.

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