Jay Idzes’ teammate at Sassuolo, Tarik Muharemovic, is among the Serie A players expected to play pivotal roles for their respective national teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

BOLASPORT.COM – Here are three lesser-known Serie A players who are set to become key figures for their national teams at the 2026 World Cup.

The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner.

This grand tournament will officially kick off in less than a week, precisely on June 11.

Unfortunately, for this edition, Italy’s national team will once again be absent after failing to qualify from the preliminary rounds.

However, that doesn’t mean the influence of Italian football will vanish completely from the tournament.

Despite the absence of the Azzurri, several Serie A players will carry their nations’ hopes on the world stage in 2026.

Interestingly, three of them are not household names and have rarely been in the media spotlight.

Below are three Serie A players whose names may not be widely recognized but are ready to shine for their countries at the 2026 World Cup, as reported by BolaSport.com via Get Italian Football News:

1. Leo Ostigard (Norway)

Ostigard is a player who has frequently changed clubs throughout his career.

However, his fortunes turned around after rejoining Genoa in January.

He became a key figure in the defense, helping Genoa secure their place in Italy’s top flight.

The 26-year-old defender has also become a regular starter for the Norwegian national team in recent months.

He is expected to be the first-choice centre-back for Norway at the 2026 World Cup.

If he performs well during the tournament, Ostigard could attract interest from top European clubs once the competition concludes.

2. Ardon Jashari (Switzerland)

Jashari joined AC Milan in the summer of 2025 with high expectations.

Unfortunately, he struggled to secure a starting spot under Massimiliano Allegri.

Now, with Allegri’s departure, Jashari has a golden opportunity to fight for a first-team place with the Rossoneri next season.

The 2026 World Cup will serve as the perfect stage for him to prove his worth.

Moreover, he has already established himself as a regular player for the Swiss national team.

Jashari is expected to be highly motivated to deliver outstanding performances and demonstrate his abilities on the global stage.

3. Tarik Muharemovic (Bosnia)

Tarik Muharemovic is currently one of Sassuolo’s most reliable defenders.

At the club level, he partners with Indonesian national team defender Jay Idzes to fortify Sassuolo’s backline.

Although he plays for a mid-table team, Muharemovic is expected to play a crucial role for the Bosnian national team at the 2026 World Cup.

Thanks to his solid performances, the 23-year-old centre-back has recently been linked with a potential move to Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur.