Inter Milan and Bayern Munich Face Challenge to Their World Cup Final Streaks in 2026

Inter Milan and Bayern Munich share a unique record: since 1982, at least one player from either club has appeared in every World Cup final, totaling 11 consecutive finals through 2022. However, this streak is at risk of ending in the 2026 World Cup, which begins in one week.

The current semifinalists are France, Spain, England, and Argentina. A key factor is that Spain’s squad, the reigning European champions, includes no players from either Inter Milan or Bayern Munich, meaning if Spain reaches the final, the streak held by these clubs will be broken.

Despite this, the streak will continue for at least one club. If Argentina defeats England in the semifinal, Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez will extend the streak to 12 consecutive finals. Conversely, if England wins, Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane will keep the streak alive.

Additionally, a French victory over Spain would guarantee the continuation of the streak for both clubs, as France’s squad includes Bayern Munich players Dayot Upamecano and Michael Olise, and Inter Milan’s Marcus Thuram. Thus, the fate of the record depends heavily on the semifinal outcomes this week.