7 Big Football Stars Who Might Play Their Last World Cup

FIFA World Cup 2022 is going to begin in Qatar on 20 November. 32 teams will fight out for the prestigious trophy. France will look to defend their title as they won the previous edition in 2018. But, there are several players around the globe who might play this mega tournament for the last time.

All these players have always looked to deliver their best for fans and the country. So, it will be a hard moment for the fans to see them in action for the last time along with the players themselves. Therefore, these players will look to do well this time around if they consider this World Cup as their last one. 

Here are seven players for whom the next World Cup might be the last one

Cristiano Ronaldo

This Portuguese superstar might play his last World Cup in Qatar. Cristiano Ronaldo is already 37 years old, He currently plays for Manchester United in the Premier League. In a recent interview, he said that he has an aim to play in the 2024 Euros. But, the next World Cup in 2026 might be highly unlikely for him.  

Lionel Messi

This footballer from Argentina also might play his last World Cup in 2022. Lionel Messi is already 35 years old. So, it might be impossible for him to play in another World Cup for Argentina. 

Neymar

This Brazilian superstar might play his last World Cup in 2022. However, he has his age with him. Still, Neymar needs to work on his fitness if he wants to play in the next one in 2026.

Luka Modric

This midfield maestro from Croatia is most likely to play his last World Cup in Qatar. Luka Modric started his international career in 2006. Hence, it will be tough for him to stretch it until the next one in 2026. 

Robert Lewandowski

This prolific goalscorer from Poland is already 34 years old. Hence, it is a high chance that this upcoming mega tournament will be his last in Qatar. Lewandowski might face issues to keep himself in the same fitness in the coming four years. 

Luis Suarez

This veteran striker of Uruguay has enjoyed a great career. Now, this upcoming World Cup might be the last one for Luis Suarez. Currently, he is the leading goalscorer for his country. Until now, Suarez has represented Uruguay in three World Cups. He also won the Copa America in 2011.  

Karim Benzema

This striker from Franch has rejuvenated his career by delivering top performance in the last few years at the club level. Hence, he will be eager to do the same for his country in this upcoming mega event in 2022. But, Karim Benzema is already 34 years old. Hence, it might be his last chance to show his class at this mega tournament.