Lautaro, Pulisic, CDK & more: The biggest World Cup winners & losers in Serie A | OneFootball

With the 2026 World Cup concluded, attention turns to Serie A’s contingent, separating the standouts from those who struggled on the biggest stage.

Spain were crowned world champions after beating Argentina in the final, sealing only their second title. Their campaign also surpassed Italy’s long-standing unbeaten record in international football. According to Football Italia, the tournament is now viewed through a Serie A lens to pick out clear winners and losers.

From Lautaro Martínez, Christian Pulisic and Charles De Ketelaere to other familiar faces from Italy’s top flight, the analysis considers whose reputations were enhanced.

It also highlights those who return with questions to answer, reflecting on a World Cup that did not go to plan.

The piece outlines who emerged stronger and who is left to reflect on a disappointing tournament.

Source: Football Italia