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🇿🇦 South Africa · Forward Star player

Lyle Foster at the 2026 World Cup

Lyle Foster is a star player for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup. The 25-year-old forward plays his club football at Burnley. This is his first World Cup.

61/100
Star score
Star player
Relative position within the global top 200 (60-74)
25 years old Burnley Group A 0 previous WCs

Lyle Foster profile

Country
🇿🇦 South Africa
Position
Forward
Club
Burnley
Age
25
Number
#9
Group
A

Key strengths

Fysiek, afronding, vasthouden van de bal, diepgang.

Lyle Foster at the 2026 World Cup — what to expect

South Africa hope Lyle Foster can make the difference at the 2026 World Cup. His role with the national team is key to their tournament campaign.

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Trivia

Een van de weinige Zuid-Afrikanen die zich in de Premier League bewees.

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Frequently asked questions about Lyle Foster

Which country does Lyle Foster represent at the 2026 World Cup?

Lyle Foster plays for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup. South Africa are in Group A together with Mexico, South Korea and Czechia.

What position does Lyle Foster play?

Lyle Foster plays as Forward at Burnley. For South Africa he usually plays the same role.

How old is Lyle Foster during the 2026 World Cup?

Lyle Foster is 25 years old during the 2026 World Cup. This is his first World Cup appearance.

Which club does Lyle Foster play for?

Lyle Foster plays for Burnley.

What are Lyle Foster and South Africa's chances at the 2026 World Cup?

South Africa hope Lyle Foster can make the difference at the 2026 World Cup. His role with the national team is key to their tournament campaign.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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