Dele is considered one of the best midfielders of his generation and has won the Professional Footballers' Association Young Player of the Year Award not once but twice at the age of 22. She led her squad to first place in the group stage of UEFA Women's Championship qualifying and undoubtedly has her eyes set on making an impact at both the UEFA Women's Euro and the Tokyo Olympics. 2018 Rank: Not ranked. Position: Midfielder Though she didn't play much for the national team as a result, Popp led her team from the sideline and watched as they completed a perfect 7-0-0 record. In the national team's two official contests of 2020, So-Yun scored three goals and tacked on two assists to lead South Korea to a first-place finish in Group A of the 2020 AFC Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament. It's safe to say his looks have only improved with as he aged. In the past, from 2012 to 18 he has been playing for another Premier League club Arsenal FC. Muy caliente! In his personal life, Cristiano Ronaldo has been dating a number of girls. Footballers are admired across the world because of their performance in the games. 2018 Rank: Not ranked, There were complaints across Spain last year when Luis Enrique called up Gavi at the age of 17 after just six Barcelona appearances. He is so out of the ordinary that he naturally creates chaos on the field, particularly within the opposing back line. Roord opened the 2020-2021 FA Women's Super League season with back-to-back hat tricks against Reading and West Ham, and she's heading into the new year leading the league in goals per 90 minutes. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Kylian Mbappe is barely in his mid-twenties and is already one of the greatest footballers of all time. Since that day in Copenhagen, Eriksen needed to have an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator fitted, which meant due to Serie A rules, he could no longer play for Inter Milan. Age: 35 Club: Manchester City - Advertisement -. (. As Sweden's newly-appointed Defender of the Year, the 27-year-old has a similar impact for her national team. Javad Nekounam 5 of 20 Amin M. Jamali/Getty Images He. Alyssa Naeher the dominant 5-foot-9 American netminder earned seven wins and seven clean sheets in seven appearances over the past 12 months. If there is anything that can stop Neuer, it is his age and mounting injuries. This year's list is full of fresh faces, many young but some older, who now have their chance to demonstrate that they're the best that soccer has to offer. 2018 Rank: Not ranked, There is a feeling in Portugal that if they are to do well in Qatar, it will be because of players like Silva rather than Ronaldo. Club: Atletico Madrid However, what the German may lack in those departments, he more than makes up for with his excellent movement, superb vision, and annoyingly good (at least for the opposition) ability to always be in the right place at the right time. 2018 Rank: Not ranked. -- Mark Ogden, Country: Belgium 2018 Rank: Not ranked, This is Hakimi's second World Cup, and the 24-year-old right-back is ambitious. For the time being, however, Neuer is still the same type of player he was a decade ago, meaning that he shows great reflexes and positional awareness as a shot stopper and is tremendously talented in the role of a sweeper keeper, frequently denying opponents from counterattacks. Messi has a charming and effective personality that made him one of the most handsome footballers in the world. Age: 29. If he plays a strong tournament, the doors to the semifinals or even the final are wide open. When Senegal won the Cup of Nations, Koulibaly refused to lift the trophy by himself and instead waited to be back with his team so they could celebrate together. Age: 28 This year, for the first time ever, our list features 25 male and 25 female players, with Insider soccer experts Barnaby Lane and Meredith Cash picking 25 players each. What to know: Trent Alexander-Arnold, who recently spoke to Insider about the impact of his new Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota,is one of the shining lights in a wave of new look full-backs across the world. Croatia's record appearance holder -- with 154 caps since he made his debut in 2006 -- and arguably greatest ever player will be turning out for his eighth major international tournament in Qatar. Neymar says this will be his last World Cup, and it will certainly be the tournament that defines his legacy as a national team player. Position: Defender Since then, she's only continued to impress on an even bigger stage. Successful and humble?! The total dreamboat is 30 and has a smile that could melt any girl's heart. Lionel Messi. Undoubtedly, Paulo Dybala has an alluring smile that tempts everyone around him. He played for Juventus and garnered numerous accolades. Ronaldo's performances in 2020 haven't lived up to his previous exploits. She's also ranked first or second in assists in each of the past three years, leading Arsenal to a FA WSL Cup win in 2018 and the league title the following year. Subscribe To Get Whatsapp/ Email Updates About Indian Sports, Contact Us: +91 8755444551 I think He deserved it. -- James Olley, Country: Senegal -- Tim Vickery, Country: Croatia On the pitch, the 23-year-old has to redeem himself after not scoring a single goal for Les Bleus since missing the decisive penalty in the last 16 shootout defeat to Switzerland in the 2021 Euros some 18 months ago. It's a stark contrast to the last World Cup, when he was expected to carry the side amid coach Jorge Sampaoli's chaos. Though the Orange Lionesses have only played eight games three without scoring in 2020, Roord has recorded three goals from the midfield for the Dutch this calendar year. Jadon Sancho 6. Age: 25 2018 Rank: Not ranked, Without any hyperbole, this teenager might be the best pocket player in the game today. "Can you recreate my free-kick in a game?" For club and country combined, Endler allowed just eight goals in 19 games played this calendar year. Cristiano Ronaldo is in fact the most popular player in the world. James Rodriguezs girlfriend is Daniela Ospina. Griezmann certainly doesn't have the same status as he did four years ago when he arrived in Russia having just won the Europa League with Atletico Madrid and finished one of the best seasons of his career. The 29-year-old earned FIFA's top individual honor in December after a year that included winning a treble with Lyon and returning to her native England to secure the Women's FA Cup with Manchester City. Paulo was called La Joya, which is Spanish for. What to know: Last season's PFA Fans' Player of the Year award, Sadio Mane was clutch in Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool team as it lifted its inaugural Premier League title. He prioritises the collective over any individual praise. Club: Barcelona Yet Ronaldo continues to be the first name on Coach Santos' team sheet and his record of delivering big, important goals for his country cannot be disputed, so he will continue to lead his nation at this World Cup. former Manchester United and England star Rio Ferdinand; told Sporf that the Dutchman is the best to have ever graced the Premier League. The 26-year-old football player has a charming look and a beautiful personality. Juventus scraped the Serie A title a trophy they've won for nine years on the bounce and was unceremoniously dumped out of the Champions League in the last 16. 2018 Rank: 15. -- Rob Dawson, Country: Netherlands Malen has scored 11 goals for club and country already this term, five of which came in a single game against SBV Vitesse last month. This year, the 28-year-old workhorse led the Red Stars all the way to the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup final, where they lost to the Houston Dash. -- Gab Marcotti, Country: Senegal Those are the only goals he has scored for Portugal in 2022, though, and the debate about his importance to his country is beginning to grow in the buildup to Qatar. Bellingham is the Swiss pocket knife among midfielders, as he can do almost anything from hard-nosed defending to opening the field with clever passes to making penetrating sprints into the box. Why anyone would argue otherwise is a mystery. Portugal have a team of star names but they will need the industry and work rate of the Manchester City man if they are going to make it to the later rounds. Club: Real Madrid Ronaldos hazel-colored eyes have stolen hearts. The Aussie is a proud dad, judging by his Instagram. -- Mark Ogden, Country: Germany It's hard to believe Gianluigi Donnarumma is just 20, given as he has already made 170 appearances for AC Milan, and 14 for Italy. Isco is dating Sara Salamo. Switzerland's Granit Xhaka is such a cutie, he'll be sure to steal the hearts of many soccer fans. The 2018 Iranian team has been dubbed by many as the hottest team in the FIFA World Cupand Ramin Rezaeian is the perfect representative. The fact Eriksen is on the list is remarkable given what happened in July 2021. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Spain, FC Barcelona. Tite has built a Brazil that has balance as one of its strengths and Casemiro's role in the centre of the pitch -- alongside United teammate Fred -- is key to it. Absolute legend.". If the Red Devils make a dent in this year's tournament, then you can bet your house on the fact De Bruyne will be on song. De Bruynes unique qualities make him appealing. Always one step ahead of those around him, the Belgian's ability to lift his head and pick a pass is second to none, while his eye for goal and desire to get into the box evoke memories of a prime Frank Lampard. During the NWSL Challenge Cup, Naeher faced 26 shots on goal and made 20 saves, both of which were the second-highest metrics across the league. Watch out, 2021. Qatar 2022 will be the World Cup confirmation for the French prodigy; confirmation of his world-class status, of his superstar image, of his superstar talent. Age: 22 Introducing Rurik Gislason, Iceland's hunky, man-bunned midfielder. Post-New Year, the Senegalese superstar scored winning goals against Norwich, West Ham, and Bournemouth to help get the Reds over the line in what was a hit-and-miss return to action after the coronavirus lockdown. "It is not my fault if he goes under the radar.". He was featured in various periodicals, perfume advertisements, and advertisements for apparel companies. Editor's note: This story published before it was confirmed that Sadio Mane would miss the World Cup. Age: 30 Age: 24 -- James Olley, Country: Netherlands is. Xavi Hernandez has bet big on him and France should see the benefits. -- Alex Kirkland, Country: Brazil His season has started slowly at new club Chelsea following his summer move from Napoli, but he'll feel right at home in front of Edouard Mendy as the last wall of defence for Senegal. After first captaining Paris Saint Germain to the Champions League final and a seventh Ligue 1 title in eight years, the Brazilian joined Chelsea in the summer where he has been equally impressive. Due to his charming appearance and endearing nature, the handsome football star is an incredible fan favorite. The game of football has changed a lot throughout the years: the way it's played, who plays it, how we watch games being played. Now, after winning the 2022 Ballon d'Or, he is ready to make this World Cup count. Club: Manchester City Lionel Messi misses out on the top spot in 2020. He is one of the highest-paid soccer players on the planet. 2018 Rank: Not ranked, Weirdly, he just about played more in 2022 for Cameroon than he did for his club sides, Ajax and Inter. She has great field vision, regularly creates opportunities for her teammates out of the midfield, and ranks highly among FA WSL players in a number of defensive statistics. "I'll keep trying but, Roberto, I think I need to accept that it's never going to happen. 2018 Rank: 37, South Korea have a deeper talent pool than in recent years, but Son remains the country's superstar, carrying a nation's hopes on his shoulders. Antoine Griezmann. Position: Forward -- Rob Dawson, Country: Portugal The 100 best footballers in the world Women's football The 100 best female footballers in the world 2020 Chelsea's Pernille Harder wins the award for the second time in three years after 88. Position: Midfielder Weight. What to know: Debinha has unfathomably big shoes to fill as the heir apparent to Marta's throne in Brazil. He is among the most handsome football players. 2018 Rank: Not ranked, The big man has had a rocky time over the past few months at club level, but he's central to Serbia's goal-scoring plans, forming a heavyweight tag team with Aleksandar Mitrovic. He made his international return in March as a substitute against the Netherlands, and scored within two minutes of coming onto the field. The Guardian picks the best prospect from each club born between 1 September 2000 and 31 August 2001, an age band known as first . On the international stage, her year with the national team has been complicated, to say the least, thanks to her ongoing and very public feud with Les Bleues' head coach Corinne Diacre. But before the Fall Series kicked off, Mewis took her talents in England and joined Manchester City alongside USWNT teammate Rose Lavelle. Despite falling out with Barcelona's former president and trying to force a move away from the club in the summer, the Argentine has still produced the goods week-in, week-out, scoring 23 goals and assisting 22 more in just 38 games for the Catalans a combined figure no other player in Europe can match. However, since the turn of the year, the 21-year-old sensation, dubbed the "new Cristiano Ronaldo" though he's actually much more similar to Lionel Messi in his style of play has been nothing short of sublime. The only thing that would have made it even better would have been collecting his first and well deserved Ballon d'Or had the award not been cancelled. Position: Forward In 2020, Henry has recorded three goals and four assists in the French league while helping Lyon to another treble. She helped bring Lyon yet another European Cup in August, capping her 2019-2020 season with a crucial goal against Wolfsburg in the Champions League final. Aside from a shortened first season in the FA WSL, Miedema has led all players in scoring every single season since joining the English league. Age: 33 The Caracas Ftbol. Benzema, at the age of 34, has had to wait eight and a half years to feature again in the World Cup. He is married to Shakira, one of the most gorgeous ladies. While he is one among many top-class players at Bayern Munich, Davies is head and shoulders above any else at the Canada national team. *Sigh*. He trails well behind Pele in terms of achievement, though, and this will be the World Cup where he is expected to put that right. This is likely his last World Cup and he'll arrive in Doha while playing, at 35, some of the best football of his recent career. Versatile. The crowning moment, however? With an impressive record of 68 goals in 102 matches, Lukaku is "irreplaceable," in the words of manager Roberto Martinez. Moving forward, the list comes up with another beautiful, handsome and charming face James Rodriguez. Here's everything you need to know 4. With the likes of Ousmane Dembele, Christopher Nkunku and Kingsley Coman on the bench, Didier Deschamps could easily drop Griezmann. The calm, assured full back with an impressive left foot has helped the Blues to eight clean sheets and only 10 goals conceded in 15 games this calendar year. 2020 has brought more of the same for Miedema. Hes loyal to his wife and Ronaldo is selfish. Age: 37 "Next stop: 800 goals! Hardly someone ever can get the fame and love from fans that 37 years old Portuguese professional footballer Cristiano Ronaldo got. Here are the ten most handsome footballers in the world. Last year's winner, De Ligt's impressive 2018/19 campaign with Ajax earned him an $84.3 million move to Juventus in the summer, where he's since made five appearances. So, with the input of our global network of contributors, these are the 50 best players at Qatar 2022. Valverde? As the national team captain since 2017, Kumagai has publicly stated that she and her teammates are aiming for "nothing less" than Olympic gold on their home soil in Tokyo next summer. Age: 31 James Rodriguez was voted the worlds sexiest man in 2014 by a Spanish magazine, People En Espaol. James David Rodrguez Rubio is a Colombian professional footballer. List of Top 10 Most Handsome Footballers of the World (2023) Kevin de Bruyne. He plays as an attacking, Argentinas Lionel Messi comes in seventh place on the list. And you can't coach it. She's led Lyon with nine assists and added six goals during the 2020 calendar year, which saw the 28-year-old earn UEFA Champions League Midfielder of the Season honors, and her second-consecutive treble with the club. In fact, he was omitted from the most recent squad in September altogether, although Brazilian head coach Tite confirmed the 25-year-old is very much "in the running" to make the final 26. Keita Balde is one of the best footballers Senegal ever produced. She quickly became one of the most lethal lock-down defenders on the planet, shutting down opponents even with a consistent size disadvantage at just 5-foot-1. -- James Olley, Country: France Alongside the Barcelona player, Rodri provides a defensive shield to coach Luis Enrique's back four and also gives Spain's attacking midfielders the platform to take the game to the opposition in the final third of the pitch. He was at his peak then. Club: Real Madrid All of Belgium will be hoping his troublesome hamstring sorts itself out in time. 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Based on his Instagram feed, Croatia's Duje Caleta-Car loves coffee and travelingwhat more do you need to know? Tchouameni, 22, made his national team debut during World Cup qualifying and has now consolidated his position, starting five of France's past six games. But aside from serving as an ideal protector directly in front of Sarah Bouhaddi for both club and country, Renard has the added perks of playing confidently with the ball at her feet and acting as a set-piece specialist thanks to her considerable height advantage. Measuring in at 6-foot-2, the center back is regularly the tallest player on the field and has a commanding presence on the back line. 13 goals and five assists in 2020 is a fine return in itself. He literally has more followers. Coach Lionel Scaloni has made him the key cog in a well-oiled machine, capable of going 34 games unbeaten. Germany's 34-year-old forward Lukas Podolski looks more like a fashion model than a footballer. He might even be the most popular person in general with his 500 million Instagram followers. Now is a very different story. He's indispensable for club and country, and his ranking of third in the last Ballon d'Or was the highest spot ever reached by a Belgian player. He helps us massively," Klopp said of Mane after winning the title, according to the BBC. Messi now says he's "excited" to play for Barca. By whose standard? LolsssThis seems to be a mere speculation subject to stiff argument. Eden Hazard is married to Natacha Van Honacker. She contributed nine tackles and five interceptions in the runners' up effort. Club: Bayern Munich -- Constantin Eckner, Country: Portugal Notable omissions from the list include USWNT icons Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe, English star Harry Kane, and Belgian wizard Eden Hazard. He was a crush of many beautiful girls but the only one who got his love is his wife Jennifer Giroud. Age: 36 He was a former professional football player for Inter Miami of Major League Soccer and is currently the clubs president and co-owner. Cristiano Ronaldo - Portugal. What to know: We say Joshua Kimmich is a midfielder, but Joshua Kimmich was also regularly used as both a centre-back and right-back during Bayern Munich's treble winning 2019/20 campaign. One of the most stylish and handsome footballers in the world, Isco is considered one of the best attacking midfielders on his team. The 31-year-old soccer stud has a charming smile and a beautiful bod, to boot. However, the finals arrive with him in the best form of his Barcelona career. Benzema is ultra motivated and he knows that his partnership with Kylian Mbappe up front is the key to France's success. "For me he's the most incredible playmaker in world football at this present time. Romelu Lukaku told France Football in early December. Subscribe Now 2018 Rank: Not ranked, He is the heart and lung of Germany's midfield. Guendouzi is promising the be the midfield general Arsenal have craved since the departure of Patrick Vieira back in 2005, having already become a regular and important figure in Unai Emery's new-look side. Neymar Jr. is one of the most popular footballers on the planet. Country: Cameroon The Real Madrid loanee was awarded the Golden Glove as the tournament's best shot stopper, keeping three clean sheets to help Ukraine won the competition. His transfer to PSG was one of the most expensive football transfers in history. Her six tallies for the North Carolina Courage were tied for the most goals on the year across the entire league.
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