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These Players are Like Brothers Despite Different Country Teams

by Alexa Villano
December 19, 2022

They may have played for different countries during the World Cup 2022. But they are like brothers in their teams from their respective leagues.

The World Cup 2022 has come to an end on Sunday, December 18 with Argentina winning its 3rd trophy, 36 years since it won its last game in 1986. It was a match to remember with Lionel Messi ending his career in glory after so many years of waiting. But it was also a heartbreak for defending champion France, which could have made it a back-to-back.

While only one team can win, many of its players will return to their respective leagues. They may play for different countries but many of them are teammates and football brothers in real life. Here are seven pairs you may not know who play together.

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe

This year’s match between Argentina and France wasn’t just about hunger vs. the defending champions. It also saw two of its stars Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe competing against each other. But in real life, the two are football teammates, playing for the French team Paris Saint-Germain.

Another teammate from PSG, Achraf Hakimi, plays for Morroco, which France faced before Argentina.

Luka Modric and Rodrygo Goes

Luka Modric wore the colors of Croatia for the World Cup while Rodrygo Goes wore the yellow and green of Brazil. In real life, the two are teammates, playing for the Spanish team Real Madrid. They even call each other father and son when they are together.

Son Heung-min and Richarlison

Son Heung-min played for Korea while Richarlison like Rodrygo played for Brazil. But the two are close friends, being teammates for Tottenham Hotspurs. A fellow teammate, Cristian Romero from Argentina also plays for the English League team.

Hugo Lloris and Harry Kane

It’s not only Son Heung-min, Richalison, and Cristian Romero who are from Tottenham Hotspurs. Hugo Lloris of France and England star Harry Kane play for the team, too.

Kellyn Acosta and Gareth Bale

Kellyn Acosta played for Team USA while Gareth Bale played for Wales. What do they have in common? They play for the US Team Los Angeles FC. Shortly before they were called for national team duties, they won the 2022 MLS Championships together.

Daniel Carvajal and Antonio Rüdiger

Daniel Carvajal may have played for Spain while Antonio Rüdiger wore the colors of Germany but the two are good friends and brothers, playing for Real Madrid.

Christian Pulisic and Mason Mount

Christian Pulisic played for the US team while Mason Mount played for England. In real life, the two are part of the British Team Chelsea FC.

Indeed, brotherhood and sportsmanship among these pairs are alive. The game of football not only forms relationships among teammates but also unites people and gives joy in challenging times. Are you ready for the 2026 edition?