Houston Sur 3:8 GFI 
FC Motown II 3:1 Hudson Valley Hammers 
West Chester United 3:1 Lone Star II 
Delaware FC 0:2 PA Classics 
La Fama 2:2 Britannia 
Argentina 3:0 Algeria 
Austria 3:1 Jordan 
Central Stallions 1:0 Ulaanbaatar 
Canberra White Eagles 1:2 Canberra FC 
Changnyeong W 1:6 Suwon FMC W 
Gyeongju W 0:1 Hwacheon KSPO W 
Gumi Sportstoto W 0:0 Incheon Red Angels W 
Seoul W 2:1 Boeun Sangmu W 
Khoromkhon 2:5 Ulaangom City 
Mbeya City 0:1 Simba 
Maniema Union 1:1 JSK 
Simba 0:0 Vita Club 
APEJES Academy 1:1 Kumba 
Singida Black Stars 5:0 Dodoma Jiji 
Gareji 0:0 Shturmi 
Merani Martvili 2:1 Samtredia 
Gazelle 0:2 Canon 
Don Bosco 0:3 TP Mazembe 
Molodechno-DYuSSh 4 1:4 Bate Borisov 
Arsenal Tula 1:2 Volga Ulyanovsk 
Kolkheti Poti 1:1 Gori 
Grindavik 0:1 Fylkir 
IR Reykjavik 2:1 Grotta 
Kairat Almaty 3:0 Kyzyl-Zhar 
Atlantic 0:1 Union Abong-Mbang 
With the 2026 World Cup around the corner, fans and analysts are keeping a close eye on player workloads. Since the Club World Cup kicked off last summer, some stars have been playing non-stop for their clubs and countries. Let’s break down who has racked up the most minutes and what that means for the tournament.
Players Leading the Minutes Chart
Several players have logged more than 5,000 minutes since June 2025, covering domestic leagues, continental cups, and international friendlies. The top names include:
- Midfielders who are key for both their clubs and national teams, often starting every match.
- Defenders called up for nearly every qualifying window.
- Young attackers who have become indispensable to their managers.
One standout is a 24‑year‑old Brazilian winger who has played over 5,200 minutes. His club’s deep run in the Champions League and Brazil’s qualifying campaign added up quickly.
Teams With the Heaviest Workloads
National teams that went deep in continental tournaments last summer have the highest average minutes per player. For example:
- Spain and France – both reached the semifinals of the Nations League and had long club seasons for their stars.
- Argentina – the defending world champions played many friendlies and qualifiers, testing squad depth.
- USA and Mexico – as co‑hosts, they participated in the Club World Cup and extra preparation matches.
These teams face a real risk of fatigue if their key players don’t get rest before the World Cup kicks off.
What This Means for the World Cup
Too many minutes can lead to tired legs, more injuries, and lower performance. Coaches will have to rotate their squads carefully during the group stage. Players with over 4,500 minutes since last summer may need a lighter preseason or even skip early friendlies to stay fresh. On the other hand, players who had a lighter schedule – such as those from leagues with winter breaks – might have an advantage in endurance.
Fatigue Factor: Key Takeaways
Heading into the World Cup, monitoring minutes is just as important as tactics. The teams that manage their workloads best could have a crucial edge. Fans should watch for line‑up surprises, as managers rest their top stars. After all, a well‑rested squad often performs better in big tournaments.