The world’s biggest sporting event is underway in North America as 48 teams battle it out for the FIFA World Cup. With millions of people watching, a few players have stuck out and become fan favourites — and more importantly, internet favourites.
So, in honour of FIFA fever, we’ve created a list of some of the stars the internet is keeping its eyes on during games.
International heartthrob Zidane Iqbal is more than just a part of the Iraqi wonder-team that took the country into the World Cup after 44 years, he’s also the only Pakistani on the pitch.
We know you’re confused, let us explain. Iqbal was born in England to a Pakistani dad and an Iraqi mum. He is eligible to play for any of the three countries and chose to play for Iraq — we love him anyway, he’s one of us.
Six foot five and built like a Viking, Erling Haaland may only be described on the pitch as “a force to be reckoned with”.
