New Delhi, June 4: The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to kick off on June 11. This mega football event has seen several players who have carried on their fathers’ legacies. Here are five father-son pairs who have represented their national teams in the World Cup.
Luis and Mario Perez: Both Luis and Mario Perez have played in the FIFA World Cup for Mexico. Father Luis was part of the team in the 1930 World Cup, while his son, midfielder Mario, played in the 1950 World Cup. However, neither father nor son managed to score a goal during their World Cup appearances.
Marty and Jose Ventolra: Father Marty Ventolra and son Jose Ventolra have both participated in the World Cup. Marty was part of the Spain team in the 1934 FIFA World Cup, while Jose represented Mexico in the 1970 World Cup. Unfortunately, neither scored a goal in their respective tournaments, with both failing to find the net in four matches.
Domingos and Ademir da Guia: Father Domingos and son Ademir da Guia have played for Brazil in the FIFA World Cup. Domingos played four matches in the 1938 World Cup but did not score any goals. His son Ademir had the opportunity to play in one match during the 1974 World Cup but also did not find the back of the net.
Roger and Patrice Rio: Father Roger and son Patrice Rio have both represented France in the FIFA World Cup. Roger played one match in the 1934 World Cup, where he did not score. Patrice was part of the Brazil team in the 1978 World Cup but also failed to score during his appearances.
Nicolae and Ion Lupescu: Father Nicolae Lupescu played for Romania in the 1970 FIFA World Cup, participating in three matches without scoring. His son Ion was part of the Romania team in both the 1990 and 1994 World Cups, but he too could not find the net in eight matches.
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