Group B Squads: Denmark, France, Italy, and Montenegro Rosters
The stage is set for Group B as the final team selections have been formalized. Featuring a blend of emerging talents from some of Europe's most prestigious academies, these squads represent the next generation of footballing excellence. Each nation has carefully curated a roster of players, primarily born between 2009 and 2010, to compete at the highest level.
Key Facts
- Denmark and France both announced their final squads on 12 May 2026.
- Montenegro finalized its roster on 15 May 2026, followed by Italy on 22 May 2026.
- The youngest players in the group are 15 years old, including Tobias Ekstrand (Denmark), Federico Croci (Italy), and Aleksa Caušević and Nikola Vukoje (Montenegro).
- Major clubs represented include Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Inter Milan.
Denmark Squad
Led by head coach Morten Corlin, the Danish squad features a strong contingent from Copenhagen and Brøndby. The team is balanced with a mix of 16 and 17-year-olds, with Tobias Ekstrand being the notable exception as a 15-year-old forward.
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Denmark Roster Details
| Position | Players | Key Clubs |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers (GK) | Elias Medina, Villads Bertelsen, Marinus Bach | Brøndby, AaB |
| Defenders (DF) | David Stojanovic, Raphael Canut, Felix Sommer, Xander Poulsen, Noah Madsen, Elias Villumsen | Silkeborg, Brøndby, Randers, Copenhagen |
| Midfielders (MF) | Marvin Nasnas, Frederik Vestergaard, Willads Tuxen, Viktor Bastrup, Mads Jørgensen, Noah Manata | Copenhagen, Midtjylland, Brøndby, Odense |
| Forwards (FW) | Benjamin Nicolaisen, Mikkel Bro Hansen, Elias Broberg, Omran Khatar, Kerim Sejdic, Tobias Ekstrand | Vejle, Bodø/Glimt, Brøndby, Køge |
France Squad
Under the guidance of head coach José Alcocer, France brings a squad heavily influenced by Ligue 1 academies. The roster is particularly strong in the forward line, featuring multiple players from Paris Saint-Germain.
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France Roster Details
| Position | Players | Key Clubs |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers (GK) | Thâo Mouapa Mwa Meuraillo, Axel Decrenisse | Rennes, Monaco |
| Defenders (DF) | Mathis Chambon, Nathan Kasia N'Kondo, Yoann Becker, Maël Gernigon, Mohamed Diaby, Mohamed Sylla, Léo Lemaître | Montpellier, Saint-Étienne, Strasbourg, Angers, Monaco, PSG, Real Madrid |
| Midfielders (MF) | Kénan Doganay, Joshua Dago, Believe Munongo, Yanis Addich, Aymen Amaaouch, Noah Loufoundou | Lyon, Nantes, Metz, Strasbourg, Toulouse, Rennes |
| Forwards (FW) | Christ Batola, Arone Gadou, Noha Tiehi, Mamadou Meïté, Loan Merrifield | Troyes, Reims, PSG, Nantes |
Italy Squad
Head coach Daniele Franceschini has assembled a squad with significant depth in defense. The Italian selection is characterized by a strong presence from Inter Milan and Roma, with a highly competitive forward line featuring players from Empoli and Juventus.
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Italy Roster Details
| Position | Players | Key Clubs |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers (GK) | Emanuele Giaretta, Christian Lupo | Juventus, Lecce |
| Defenders (DF) | Giampaolo Bonifazi, Matteo Albini, Djibril Diallo, Ludovico Varali, Andrea Donato, Lorenzo Dattilo, Lorenzo Puricelli, Edoardo Dario Rocca | Roma, Como, Parma, Inter Milan |
| Midfielders (MF) | Edoardo Biondini, Gianluca Okon, Francesco Ballarin, Francesco Gasparello | Empoli, Club Brugge, Venezia, Atalanta |
| Forwards (FW) | Jacopo Landi, Diego Perillo, Thomas Corigliano, Marcello Fugazzola, Tommaso Casagrande, Federico Croci | Empoli, Juventus, Atalanta, Hellas Verona, Fiorentina |
Montenegro Squad
Managed by Radovan Kavaja, Montenegro's squad is notably young, with several players aged 15 and 16. The team relies heavily on domestic talent from clubs like Budućnost and Stari Aerodrom, while also incorporating players from Red Star Belgrade.
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Montenegro Roster Details
| Position | Players | Key Clubs |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers (GK) | Danilo Koljčević, Simon Sošić | Grafičar, Budućnost |
| Defenders (DF) | Andrej Krunić, Luka Marković, Blagoje Uzunovski, Aleksa Peković, Lazar Popović, Petar Radomirović, Stefan Nedić | Kom, Stari Aerodrom, IMT, Montfermeil, Budućnost |
| Midfielders (MF) | Nemanja Kljajević, Matija Rakčević, Mark Đokaj, Vesko Čukić, Mateja Sekulić, Blažo Đukić, Petar Vujović, Luka Vušurović | Grbalj, Budućnost, Dečić, Red Star Belgrade, Rudar, Sutjeska |
| Forwards (FW) | Miloš Šekularac, Aleksa Caušević, Nikola Vukoje | Stari Aerodrom, Budućnost, Grbalj |
Frequently Asked Questions
When were the Group B squads officially announced?
Denmark and France announced their squads on 12 May 2026, Montenegro on 15 May 2026, and Italy on 22 May 2026.
Who are the head coaches for the four teams?
The head coaches are Morten Corlin (Denmark), José Alcocer (France), Daniele Franceschini (Italy), and Radovan Kavaja (Montenegro).
Which players are the youngest in the group?
The youngest players, aged 15, include Tobias Ekstrand from Denmark, Federico Croci from Italy, and Aleksa Caušević and Nikola Vukoje from Montenegro.
Which clubs have the most players represented across the squads?
Prominent clubs include Copenhagen and Brøndby for Denmark, Paris Saint-Germain for France, and Inter Milan and Roma for Italy. Budućnost and Stari Aerodrom are heavily represented for Montenegro.
What is the general age range of the players in Group B?
The majority of the players were born in 2009 (making them 16 or 17 years old), with a few players born in 2010 (aged 15).