Models of the pitch: 10 most handsome footballers in the world
Beauty is subjective, and every fan has their own favorites. Still, Qazinform News Agency compiled a list of 10 footballers who have attracted attention not only for their performances on the pitch, but also for their charisma and online popularity.
1. Maduka Okoye (Nigeria)
The Nigerian goalkeeper regularly shares videos on TikTok, where he posts glimpses of his training, travels and everyday life, attracting millions of views and a growing fan base.
Born on August 28, 1999, in Düsseldorf, Germany, Okoye chose to represent Nigeria through his father. He plays for Italian club Udinese and made his senior debut for the Nigerian national team in 2019. Despite Nigeria's absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Okoye remains one of the country's most recognizable footballers.
Height: 1.98 m. Dark hair, brown eyes, high cheekbones. In a relationship with Dutch model Jelicia Westhoff, the couple have a son.
2. Keito Nakamura (Japan)
Keito Nakamura has emerged as one of Japan’s most recognizable footballers during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Born on July 28, 2000, in Abiko, Chiba Prefecture, Nakamura plays for Stade de Reims and the Japanese national team. He made his senior debut for Japan in 2023 and is appearing at his first FIFA World Cup after establishing himself as one of the country's most promising attacking players.
Height: 1.80 m. Dark hair, dark eyes, sharp facial features. Nakamura does not publicly discuss his personal life.
3. Heung-min Son (South Korea)
Heung-min Son is one of the few footballers to successfully bridge the worlds of sport and fashion. The South Korean star has worked with luxury brands including Burberry, Calvin Klein and Adidas, appearing in major advertising campaigns and capsule collections.
Born on July 8, 1992, in Chuncheon, South Korea, Son plays for Tottenham Hotspur and captains the South Korean national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest Asian footballers of all time, he became the first Asian captain to lead a club to a major European trophy after Tottenham's UEFA Europa League triumph in 2025.
Height: 1.84 m. Dark hair, dark eyes, soft facial features. Single. Son has repeatedly stated that he does not plan to marry until after his playing career is over.
4. Rodrigo De Paul (Argentina)
Rodrigo De Paul has become a fan favorite thanks to his rugged style, tattoos and devoted friendship with Lionel Messi. Fans often jokingly refer to him as Messi's "bodyguard" because of the way he fiercely defends his teammate on and off the pitch. In 2025, his profile grew even further after joining Inter Miami and reuniting with the Argentine captain at club level.
Born on May 24, 1994, in Sarandí, Argentina, De Paul plays for Inter Miami and the Argentine national team. A key member of Argentina's golden generation, he won the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa América titles in 2021 and 2024.
Height: 1.80 m. Light brown hair, brown eyes, tattoos. In a relationship with Argentine singer and actress Tini Stoessel. The couple reunited in 2025 after a previous breakup.
5. Brahim Díaz (Morocco)
The Real Madrid star regularly appears in fan edits and online rankings of football's most handsome players, with supporters praising his looks as much as his skills on the pitch.
Born on August 3, 1999, in Málaga, Spain, Díaz came through the youth academies of Málaga and Manchester City before joining Real Madrid. Eligible to represent both Spain and Morocco, he chose to play for Morocco in 2024 and has since become one of the team's key attacking players.
Height: 1.71 m. Dark hair, brown eyes, a neatly trimmed beard. Engaged to Spanish entrepreneur, actress and Pilates instructor Luz Mendez. The couple have reportedly been together since 2020 and announced their engagement in 2026.
6. Leon Goretzka (Germany)
The Bayern Munich midfielder regularly goes viral on social media, and one particularly devoted supporter has become famous for following him around the world and loudly shouting "Goretzka!" whenever he sees the German star.
Goretzka’yı çıldırtan adam Dünya Kupası’nda da sahnede! pic.twitter.com/j3a7OdAbHS
— SPOR (@yenisafakspor) June 8, 2026
Born on February 6, 1995, in Bochum, Germany, Goretzka plays for Bayern Munich and the German national team. A Germany international since 2014, he has represented his country at multiple major tournaments and won numerous trophies with Bayern, including the UEFA Champions League.
Height: 1.89 m. Light brown hair, blue eyes, a strong jawline. In a long-term relationship with Mathea Fischer. The couple have reportedly been together since 2015, although they keep their relationship largely out of the public eye and rarely appear together in the media.
7. Milad Mohammadi (Iran)
Milad Mohammadi is one of the lesser-known names on this list. Unlike many football stars on the list, he keeps a relatively low profile internationally and little information about his personal life can be found online.
Born on September 29, 1993, in Tehran, Mohammadi is an Iranian footballer who plays for Adana Demirspor and the Iranian national team. He has represented Iran at multiple FIFA World Cups and AFC Asian Cups. Mohammadi also has a twin brother, Mehrdad Mohammadi, who is also a professional footballer.
Height: 1.78 m. Dark hair, dark eyes, thick eyebrows and a short beard. Keeps his personal life private.
8. Lucas Bergvall (Sweden)
Lucas Bergvall has quickly become a favorite among football fans thanks to his model-like looks and growing popularity on social media.
Born on February 2, 2006, in Stockholm, Bergvall plays for Tottenham Hotspur F.C. and the Swedish national team. He emerged through the academies of IF Brommapojkarna and Djurgårdens IF before earning a move to the Premier League as one of Sweden's brightest prospects.
Height: 1.87 m. Blond hair, blue eyes, sharp facial features. Keeps his personal life private.
9. Jude Bellingham (England)
Jude Bellingham has become one of football's biggest fashion icons. The England star has appeared in campaigns for SKIMS Mens, Adidas and Louis Vuitton, while regularly featuring on lists of the world's most stylish athletes.
Born on June 29, 2003, in Stourbridge, England, Bellingham plays for Real Madrid and the England national team. He won the UEFA Champions League in 2024 and has represented England at two FIFA World Cups.
Height: 1.86 m. Dark brown eyes, short curly hair and well-defined facial features.In a relationship with American influencer Ashlyn Castro. The couple made several public appearances together during the 2025-26 season.
10. Ferran Torres (Spain)
Ferran Torres has become a fan favorite online, with supporters frequently sharing edits and debating whether his current longer hairstyle suits him better than his earlier buzz cut.
Born on February 29, 2000, in Foios, Valencia, Torres plays for Barcelona and the Spanish national team. He won UEFA Euro 2024 with Spain and is appearing at his second FIFA World Cup. Before joining Barcelona, he represented Valencia and Manchester City.
Height: 1.84 m. Dark hair, brown eyes, pronounced cheekbones. Previously dated Sira Martínez, daughter of former Spain coach Luis Enrique. His current relationship status has not been publicly confirmed.
While the players on this list have attracted attention for their looks and popularity online, football fans can be unpredictable. Earlier, Qazinform News Agency reported that Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar Dias, known as Vozinha, gained more than 13.3 million Instagram followers after helping his team hold Spain to a shock draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
