The Arsenal forward’s versatility and knack for major moments secure his place among Belgium’s elite, bringing technical quality and vast experience to the Red Devils' 2026 charge.
Leandro Trossard has been named in Belgium’s squad for the 2026 World Cup.
The Arsenal forward has been included in Rudi Garcia’s group for this summer’s tournament, adding another Gunners player to the list of those set to feature on the international stage.
His place in the squad comes after consistent involvement during qualification, with the 31-year-old featuring in all but one of Belgium’s World Cup qualifiers.
Trossard has remained an important part of Mikel Arteta’s squad this season, offering versatility across the front line and contributing in key moments during Arsenal’s Premier League title push and run to the Champions League final.
The 31-year-old has mainly operated from the left for Arsenal this season, while also offering the flexibility to play centrally when required. That ability to adjust his role without losing attacking threat has helped keep him valuable for both club and country.
Trossard’s role with Belgium may be shaped by competition on the left side of the attack. Jeremy Doku is another obvious option in that area, and the two have produced relatively similar attacking returns in the Premier League this season.
Trossard has six goals and six assists from 30 Premier League appearances, while Doku has five goals and five assists from 28. Doku has been more involved in carrying the ball into dangerous areas, but Trossard’s end product and ability to play across the front line keep him firmly in the conversation.
That versatility could be important for Belgium. Trossard may not be guaranteed to start every game, but he gives Garcia an experienced option who can operate from the left, play centrally or influence matches from the bench.
Trossard may not always start for the Gunners, but his role across the season has been important, particularly in games where Arsenal have needed control, creativity or a change of attacking rhythm.
His World Cup selection also comes at a significant time. Arsenal still have major domestic and European targets to chase before the end of the season, and Trossard’s focus will first remain on helping the Gunners finish strongly.
Once the club campaign is complete, attention will turn to Belgium and the chance to make an impact on the biggest international stage.