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Gordon is the oldest player at the 2026 tournament and if he gets game time he will become the second-oldest player in World Cup history, a walking miracle to the last.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The “Dude” who conducted “Cantata Criolla” 16 years ago was a youthful advocate, barely older than the oldest now in YOLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The moment he steps on the pitch for Portugal, he will be the oldest outfield player at the 2026 World Cup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Monte dei Paschi, the world's oldest bank still in operation, was bailed out by the Italian state in 2017 and reprivatised in 2023.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Two months ago, Kane, the oldest of six brothers, had sat vigil by the sickbed of his much-loved, youngest brother, Willie, as he passed away at the age of fourteen.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock