Six Players We’re Most Interested In

#1 Lionel Messi

In the twilight of his scintillating career, Lionel Messi is likely playing in his final World Cup tournament. At 35, the Argentinian maestro is still among the best players on the planet and will be looking to add the one major trophy that has eluded him throughout his illustrious career.

Messi has been in excellent form for Paris Saint-Germain this season, scoring 12 goals and providing 14 assists in 19 appearances. He will be the focal point of Argentina's attack and will be looking to lead his country to their first World Cup title since 1986.

#2 Kylian Mbappé

At just 23, Kylian Mbappé is already one of the most feared attackers in world football. The French forward has been in sensational form for PSG this season, scoring 19 goals in 20 appearances. He will be looking to make a big impact on the World Cup stage and help France defend their title.

Mbappé is a lightning-fast forward with exceptional dribbling skills and an eye for goal. He will be a major threat to opposition defenses throughout the tournament.

#3 Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo is another legendary player who is likely playing in his final World Cup tournament. The 37-year-old Portuguese forward has won every major trophy at club level and will be looking to add the World Cup to his collection.

Ronaldo has not been in the best of form for Manchester United this season, but he remains a dangerous goalscorer. He will be looking to prove that he is still one of the best players in the world and help Portugal make a deep run in the tournament.

#4 Kevin De Bruyne

Kevin De Bruyne is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world. The Belgian playmaker has been in excellent form for Manchester City this season, scoring 10 goals and providing 12 assists in 19 appearances.

De Bruyne is a creative and intelligent player who can dictate the tempo of a game. He will be looking to lead Belgium to their first-ever World Cup title.

#5 Vinícius Júnior

Vinícius Júnior is one of the most exciting young players in world football. The 22-year-old Brazilian winger has been in sensational form for Real Madrid this season, scoring 10 goals and providing seven assists in 21 appearances.

Vinícius Júnior is a skillful and direct winger who can beat defenders with ease. He will be looking to make a big impact on the World Cup stage and help Brazil win their sixth title.

#6 Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham is one of the most promising young midfielders in world football. The 19-year-old English midfielder has been in excellent form for Borussia Dortmund this season, scoring 9 goals and providing 3 assists in 22 appearances.

Bellingham is a box-to-box midfielder who is excellent at winning the ball back and creating chances for his teammates. He will be looking to make a big impact on the World Cup stage and help England win their first title since 1966.