There hasn't been a more memorable game at a FIFA World Cup. This year's World Cup was held in Brazil. Up until the semi-finals, everything was going swimmingly for the five-time victors. Without their top player Neymar, they took a serious hit. The fact that it was a semifinal and that Germany was the opponent made it a more important game.
While Germany performed admirably in the first ten minutes, Brazil's performance rapidly deteriorated beyond that point. Muller scored first in the 11th minute. When playing at home, Toni Kroos scored twice. Even though his team lost, Oscar still found a way to score a goal. The German team eventually beat Argentina in the championship game. Let's just say we've made it to the finals in a grand fashion.
1. Kylian Mbappé, France (€160.00m)
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The Paris Saint-Germain striker, who is 23 years old, is the world's second-most valuable player. Mbappé is widely regarded as the game's next great player, after the likes of Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. After the greatest footballer of all time, Pelé, he is the youngest player to score in a World Cup final. Will he be able to lead France to a repeat title at the world's most prestigious football tournament?
2. Vinicius Junior, Brazil (€120.00m)
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Vinicius is often regarded as his generation's third-greatest talent, behind Mbappé and Haaland. The Brazilian winger, then 22 years old, had a breakout year. He was a key player in Real Madrid's latest Champions League triumph, as he scored the game-winning goal. There's hope he can lead Brazil to its first World Cup title in 20 years in 2022.
3. Phil Foden, England (€110.00m)
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Foden has led Manchester City to four Premier League titles despite being 22 years old. He also set a record as the youngest medal winner from the English Premier League. England's fans are optimistic about him because he is regarded as one of the world's best midfielders. If England hopes to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966, he will need to have a fantastic tournament.
4. Pedri, Spain (€100.00m)
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19-year-old Pedri González López is a Barcelona-born phenom known by his nickname. Undoubtedly, he is one of the most exciting young players in international football. He took home the Golden Boy trophy in 2021. Pedri is a brilliant midfielder who can think on his feet and anticipate plays. Whether or not he can guide Spain to their first World Cup victory since 2010 is an open question.
5. Federico Valverde, Uruguay (€100.00m)
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The 24-year-old midfielder hails from Uruguay but currently represents the Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid. Valverde was a key contributor to Real Madrid's historic 2021–2022 season, in which the club won a record-breaking 35th La Liga title and 14th Champions League trophy. His work ethic and determination on the field have also been lauded. Valverde will play a pivotal role in the Uruguayan national team, which has already won the World Cup twice.
6. Dusan Vlahovic, Serbia (€85.00m)
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The young Serbian striker for Juventus is often regarded as one of the greatest in his position. With 21 goals in the 2020/21 Serie A season, he was a top scorer that year. In the first two games of this season, he scored two spectacular goals from the penalty spot. For Serbia to advance past the group stage for the first time since 2010 would rely heavily on Vlahovi.
7. Jamal Musiala, Germany (€80.00m)
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Musiala is a breakout star for Bayern Munich despite his tender years (he turned 19 last year). He became the second-youngest scorer in Champions League history for the German powerhouses and the youngest player to ever score a brace in the Bundesliga. The German national football team saw great potential in Musiala, and they have included him on their Euro 2020 roster. Will Germany's hope for its first World Cup title since 2014 rest with him?
8. Bernardo Silva, Portugal (€80.00m)
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Manchester City, the current holders of the Premier League title, has a 28-year-old midfielder in Bernardo Silva. He guided his team to several victories and even the Champions League title game for 2020–2021. In addition to his success on the club level, he plays a pivotal role for the Portuguese national team, which won the 2016 European Championship and is currently seeking its first World Cup title. Portugal's chances of winning the upcoming tournament hinge on Silva's experience and expertise.
9. Kevin de Bruyne, Belgium (€80.00m)
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The brains behind Manchester City's attack and is widely considered one of the best midfielders ever. De Bruyne, now 31 years old, has won the Premier League four times and been named league MVP twice. He captained the Belgium national football team to their first World Cup medal in the previous tournament. De Bruyne is an inventive midfielder with a fantastic eye for the game and excellent passing skills. When it comes to the "Red Devils," he is indispensable.
10. Heung-min Son, South Korea (€75.00m)
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Son, a forward for Tottenham Hotspur who is 30 years old, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Asian footballers of all time. He has won the title of Asian Footballer of the Year on two separate occasions, won the Puskás Award in 2020 (given to the player who scores the best goal of the year), and was selected to the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season that same year. If South Korea wants to repeat its success from 2002, when it reached the semifinals, Son will be an essential player.