| Gold | Silver | Bronze | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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USA | 40 | 44 | 42 |
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China | 40 | 27 | 24 |
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Japan | 20 | 12 | 13 |
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Australia | 18 | 19 | 16 |
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France | 16 | 26 | 22 |
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup picks up momentum, not all 48 participants have made their tournament bows. However, a closer look at the competing nations reveals a staggering economic divide. Analyzing the squad market values compiled by Transfermarkt, the financial gulf between the elite and the tournament minnows has never been more pronounced.