Rodrigo Rodri
Spain · #16 · Defensive midfielder
Spain · #16 · Defensive midfielderRodri is one of the finest defensive midfielders in the world and was playing for Manchester City in the Premier League at the time of the tournament, where he had been the lynchpin of Pep Guardiola's side across multiple title-winning campaigns. A Ballon d'Or winner, he combines elite ball-winning ability with the vision and technique to dictate the tempo of a match. For Spain, he is the engine room of the national team.
Rodrigo Rodri — 2026 World Cup profile
- NationSpain · Group H
- PositionDefensive midfielder
- Shirt number#16
- Age29 (born 22 June 1996)
- ClubManchester Cityat the 2026 World Cup
- Club leaguePremier League · England
- NationalitySpain
- BirthplaceMadrid, Spain
- International caps64 (pre-tournament)
- Height190 cm
Manchester CitySquad/player data only — no scores, results or per-tournament stats. International caps are a pre-tournament career total.