JAKARTA - The World Cup plays an important role in giving birth to future super stars. We certainly still remember how the young Michael Owen conjured the 1998 World Cup (France) through his solo run goal against Argentina.
Meanwhile, the 2022 World Cup is only a matter of months away. This quadrennial grand sporting event will be held for the first time in the Arabian peninsula from November 21 to December 18. A number of young players are expected to look stunning in Qatar. Who are they?
Below, you'll find a brief profile that summarizes the backgrounds, styles, strengths and weaknesses of five players who have the potential to shine at the 2022 World Cup.
Charles de Ketelaere (Belgium)Born: March 10, 2001Position: StrikerClub: Club Brugge KV
Charles de Ketelaere is one of the most exciting young attacking prospects to emerge in European football. Tall and skinny but quick and agile, his movement off the front lines is excellent.
Despite his attractive size, he got into a dangerous position in the final third. Once in it, he has the technique and composure to pick a supporting striker who tests the goalkeeper with solid finishing.
The 21-year-old has the potential to be an influential player at this year's World Cup for Belgium. Although it is impossible to start, he will come off the bench.
Antony (Brazil)Born: 24 February 2000 Position: Right wing Club: Ajax
An Olympic gold medal and an astonishing season with Ajax Amsterdam made the chance for Antony to be brought to Qatar quite open. His magical touches are hope for the Samba Team.
This nimble winger will probably only appear as a substitute. However, his energy will be used to influence play as both a dribbler and an executioner.
But most importantly, he carried a threat in the final third. His dribbling qualities will unlock the opposing team's defensive structure.
Aurélien Tchouaméni (France)Born: 27 January 2000 Position: Midfielder Club: Real Madrid
Far from an under-the-radar prospect, in fact, Aurélien Tchouaméni. is now a Real Madrid costume. Over the last few seasons, his performances have risen rapidly and become one of the most talked about players in Ligue 1.
Tchouaméni is a versatile midfielder who can contribute to every phase of a game, especially in capturing the ball and moving it forward. France have some question marks in midfield with Paul Pogba's situation and N'Golo Kanté's form; Tchouaméni has the quality to answer that.
Kamaldeen Sulemana (Ghana)Born: 15 February 2002 Position: Winger Club: Stade Rennais
Kamaldeen Sulemana has made big strides when he joins Stade Rennais in Ligue 1 from a Former FC Nordsjælland player and is an established member of the Ghana senior international squad.
This wing forward is 'electric'. He spun and twirled at incredible speed, then dribbled and pushed off defenses swiftly. Furthermore, he is good on the ball and can attack the box in different ways – especially dribbling and slicing inside from the left flank.
In short, he has the ability to cause a lot of trouble in Qatar.
Jurrin Timber (Netherlands)Born: 17 June 2001 Position: Right-back Club: AFC Ajax
Jurriën Timber adds to the versatility and quality of the Dutch national team. Able to play effectively in defense both in two and three forms, or at right-back, Timber will play a key role for the Netherlands in Qatar, as he did at the Euros following his breakthrough season with Ajax. .
An athletic centre-back, Timber is an excellent decision maker defensively in transition. He struggles a bit more as a man-marker, giving the striker more space than he needs when considering his own physical qualities.
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