One of the biggest talking points about this World Cup will be Cristiano Ronaldo. He is definitely one of the biggest players in World Football right now and he is someone who will have all the limelight on him. Especially considering the fact that this could be his last World Cup. And not just Ronaldo, Portugal have some of the biggest stars in world football in their ranks. They have stars like Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias, João Cancelo, João Félix and the list goes on and on. Let us look at the squad and why Portugal are one of the favourites to win the Fifa World Cup 2022 Qatar. Let us look at the key players for the Portugal Squad for the Fifa World Cup 2022 Qatar.
Cristiano Ronaldo -
One of the biggest names in World Football and one of the biggest players in the planet and perhaps one of the best players to have the game of football. He is a legend, a serial match-winner. He has every trophy in his cabinet - personal and team wise one could think of. But this is one trophy that has eluded him and now that he is at the dawn of his career and with so much experience and so much quality in his squad, CR7 will certainly be looking to end things on a high and grab the biggest trophy in the world of football.
Bruno Fernandes -
He may not be in the best of his form right now, but ever since he joined English giants Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes has undoubtedly been one of the best playmakers in the world of football. And after having played with Ronaldo for Man United, the chemistry he will have with Ronaldo will go a long way into shaping Portugal’s chances of winning the trophy.
Bernardo Silva -
One of the most talented and in form players in this Portuguese side, Silva is in the form of his life. The confidence and the sheer pace and trickery with which he is dribbling, carrying and passing the ball around has been something phenomenal to watch. He has to be one of the main players if Portugal want to win the World Cup.
Joao Felix - Another very talented player who has the ability to break open any defence and also someone who has been around the block for quite some time. Few years ago he was regarded as one of the biggest prospects in the world of football and even though it has been a bumpy ride, he has somehow justified that kind of recognition.
Joao Cancelo -
The best left back in the world right now. Period. He has been at the helm of all the chances that City have created this season and he has been in the form of his life. He can defend, he is fast, he can shoot from a distance, he can score goals and he creates a lot of chances. He is one of the best assets a team needs.
Ruben Dias -
One of the best defenders in the Premier League. Dias has transformed Manchester City’s defence in the Premier League ever since he has joined them. He is a beast when it comes to defending his post and is miserly at giving goals away. He is the reason why Manchester City have had the most clean sheets in the league ever since his joining. He will be the key player for Portugal’s defence and you cannot win a world cup without a great defence. And with him in their ranks, that has certainly been covered.
Diogo Jota -
Another in form player, world class talent and someone who has been scoring goals quite consistently. In Spite of the presence of Salah, Mane & Firmino, Diogo Jota has become a very instrumental player for Klopp and Liverpool. He is one of the best strikers of the ball with his head and is someone who has the knack of being in key positions in key moments. He is someone whom they will rely on for goals and someone who definitely has all the qualities required to deliver them.
Nuno Mendes -
A young but very amazing player who has the potential to become an all time great player. Even though Nuno Mendes is very young, the way he carries himself, the confidence with which he goes toe to toe with the best strikers and then the sheer audacity and magic when he is dribbling the ball make him a very interesting player to watch out for. He can be one of Portugal’s hidden gems who makes a huge contribution and perhaps helps his country in winning the trophy.
Pedro Neto -
This Portugal squad is filled with some very talented individuals and Neto is right at the top of this list. He has already shown what an amazing player he is with his performances for Wolverhampton FC. Now what remains to be seen is how he will perform at the biggest stage in football. He certainly has the talent and the mentality to do so.
