2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar - UEFA Qualifiers

[Sithara007]

Argentina still needs Messi even though Argentina's burden is no longer on his shoulders, it is likely that Messi will be placed as a playmaker to serve his team-mates and build attacks. however, in essence it all depends on how they carry out their matches on this championship stage. as for Dybala, he will certainly be absent due to his unresolved injury, and can be played if Argentina qualify for the next round.

Dybala will still be needed in the Argentina squad even though he is not always the main player, but his contribution will still be needed until he fully recovers from his injury. Argentina came to this world cup, not filled with a depth of players who have big names on all fronts. only Messi is an icon from Argentina. however, if you look at the statistical record in 35 matches without defeat, and being able to win CONMEBOL, Argentina qualifies to be one of the toughest challengers in this championship.

Are you sure about this? Argentina squad was announced a few days back and they had included Paulo Dybala. If his injury was a serious one, then he would have been dropped from the squad. And from what I have heard, Dybala has already joined the Argentine squad in Abu Dabi (where they are based right now). The information that I have received is that he has completely recovered from the calf injury. Dybala is such a key player and I just hope that he will be available from the Group phase onwards. If he's injured, then it will be a very big disappointment.

[Marvell1]

~snip~
Not only Modric, but there are many other players who are likely to retire from their national team after the 2022 world cup. Ronaldo, Messi and many other top players seem the most likely candidates to retire after this.
Rakitic and Modric are two good midfielders for Croatia, they are great players with almost the same quality. I'm not really sure about Croatia in this world cup, that's because there are other countries that are really good to be favourites, like Brazil, France, Argentina or maybe England too. I chose Brazil as the favourite, they are looking very strong for the 2022 world cup.

Yeah, this is probably one of the world cups that will have the most retirements ever. I can't remember any other with more.
It will be an historic moment, and it will allow new stars to be formed. I'll keep an eye on the newer players as well as they're also going to try their best to put their names in the world stage. This is their opportunity.

Normally every year does have a lot of retirements, but this one will be a bit different because we are going to see Ronaldo and Messi not being available for the next one, and that makes people look at all the other names as well.
If you check all the previous world cups, there were a lot of retirements but not names as big as this before, there are no names as big as Ronaldo and Messi, those are the two greatest players ever in history of football and they are retiring on the same world cup, well at least from world cups. That is why we are taking a closer look to all the other names as well. This is why, it’s going to be difficult to watch them, and if they lose which they probably will, it will feel even worse.

There is no doubt that this World Cup is going to be one of the most exciting ever. We are talking about the World Cup after a pandemic and almost the start of the third world war. As a result of this World Cup, a lot of the greats of the game will also be retiring after this tournament.

In my opinion, this will be the most important World Cup in the history of the game. At the very least, this will be the most important World Cup of this century up to this point. There is a good chance that they will lose the game. (About Ronaldo and Messi) It will probably be the last time that we will be able to see them play in the international arena, which is why I am going to watch it.

[Xxmodded]

Argentina is a well balanced team. During the last two years or so, they have performed exceptionally. And the reason for that is other players are giving good support to Messi. Argentina is no longer dependent on any of the individual players. Apart from Lionel Messi, they have legends such as Paulo Dybala, Ángel Di María, Lautaro Martínez, Nicolás Otamendi and Leandro Paredes. Argentina is a well balanced team, and they are not lagging behind in any of the components. My only concern would be injury, given the fact that many of the players are nearing retirement.

Latest best achievement by Argentina in World Cup participants under Lionel Messi lead until final stage on FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil but beaten by Germany at the final stage. In this time participants I think not any balanced yet with Argentina composition exactly at midfielder, no doubt with attacking line have by Argentina with Lionel Messi, Angel Di Maria and Lutaro Martinez but they don't have best holding and attacking midfielder like Juan Sebastian Veron or Riquelme.
Its seems not any special performance Argentina in World Cup 2022 because they don't have balanced yet with all player line composition except with forward position only.

[Warkop]

The transfer market value of players has been scrutinized to find out which is the most expensive team among the countries participating in this year's World Cup 2022. The most expensive team in that regard is England. However, the England squad is yet to be announced. But the potential team has three players whose transfer value is 80 million or above. They are Harry Kane, Phil Foden and Jadon Sancho. The entire England team is worth €1.35 billion.
List of Expensive Teams Participating in World Cup.
1. England: €1.35 billion euros.
2. France: 1.138 billion.
3. Brazil: 1.064 billion.
4. Spain: 1.031 billion.
5. Germany: 1.0205 billion.
6. Portugal: 938.5 million.
7. Argentina: 764.5 million.

Didn't expect England to be number 1 in terms of expensive players, but that's all for players who play for the English Premier League club, Jude Bellingham should be included in the top 3 most expensive players, considering he is a key player in every Dortmund match. If you look closely, the player's contribution is still lacking when compared to Brazilian and Argentinian players who actually managed to bring their clubs to the top flight in their respective leagues. Well, apart from that it's just a number, let the ability and good strategy prove it in the world cup later.

Maybe it was just speculation that some local media stated this, that in reality none of the players looked extraordinary, at least bringing England to win the World Cup and the UEFA European Football Championship, that there are so many countries outside England that have achievements like Brazil. Argentina, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal, and some even become the best player in the world, none of the English players become the best player in the world, so it will be everyone's question, actually it is not ethical if we go too far to talk about which country has the most expensive player, Waiting for the World Cup to end there is a right thing to see which country will produce the most expensive player in the world...

[fachant]

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Not only Modric, but there are many other players who are likely to retire from their national team after the 2022 world cup. Ronaldo, Messi and many other top players seem the most likely candidates to retire after this.
Rakitic and Modric are two good midfielders for Croatia, they are great players with almost the same quality. I'm not really sure about Croatia in this world cup, that's because there are other countries that are really good to be favourites, like Brazil, France, Argentina or maybe England too. I chose Brazil as the favourite, they are looking very strong for the 2022 world cup.

Yeah, this is probably one of the world cups that will have the most retirements ever. I can't remember any other with more.
It will be an historic moment, and it will allow new stars to be formed. I'll keep an eye on the newer players as well as they're also going to try their best to put their names in the world stage. This is their opportunity.

Normally every year does have a lot of retirements, but this one will be a bit different because we are going to see Ronaldo and Messi not being available for the next one, and that makes people look at all the other names as well.
If you check all the previous world cups, there were a lot of retirements but not names as big as this before, there are no names as big as Ronaldo and Messi, those are the two greatest players ever in history of football and they are retiring on the same world cup, well at least from world cups. That is why we are taking a closer look to all the other names as well. This is why, it’s going to be difficult to watch them, and if they lose which they probably will, it will feel even worse.

There is no doubt that this World Cup is going to be one of the most exciting ever. We are talking about the World Cup after a pandemic and almost the start of the third world war. As a result of this World Cup, a lot of the greats of the game will also be retiring after this tournament.

In my opinion, this will be the most important World Cup in the history of the game. At the very least, this will be the most important World Cup of this century up to this point. There is a good chance that they will lose the game. (About Ronaldo and Messi) It will probably be the last time that we will be able to see them play in the international arena, which is why I am going to watch it.

We are going to watch the best World Cup in history. Perhaps such a magnificent football World Cup may never be held again. All this can be attributed to the Qatar Football Association. We all hope for our own country.

[redsun114]

If Argentina only relies on Lionel Messi, it is feared that they will never reach the semifinals, even though we know Messi is a player to be reckoned with and his quality is above average. I mean Lionel Scaloni must be able to combine the strengths of young players, senior players and play collectively, while Lionel Messi is a support and mentor on the field for his friends.

That's true, because in general Argentina will have to count on all the good players in this world cup and definitely not just Messi. Other young players who have played in the best leagues in Europe also need to be recruited again to strengthen the Argentina team in this world cup so that Argentina can be a country to be reckoned with in getting this world cup.

Argentina could, because they already won continental, and it would be the last one for Messi and the whole world wants Roanldo or Messi to win something before they retire. It would be the very last one (probably) for both of them, so either they win it this year, or they won’t win at all for their entire career, such a sad situation of course.

Messi of course has a better chance, Argentina is overall a better team and built a good squad this time around, there is a possibility that they could win, add Messi into a team that is good and you got yourself a team that could beat anyone in the world, but they could also end up losing to anyone as well, there is no guarantee at all.

[ilovealtcoins]

If Argentina only relies on Lionel Messi, it is feared that they will never reach the semifinals, even though we know Messi is a player to be reckoned with and his quality is above average. I mean Lionel Scaloni must be able to combine the strengths of young players, senior players and play collectively, while Lionel Messi is a support and mentor on the field for his friends.

That's true, because in general Argentina will have to count on all the good players in this world cup and definitely not just Messi. Other young players who have played in the best leagues in Europe also need to be recruited again to strengthen the Argentina team in this world cup so that Argentina can be a country to be reckoned with in getting this world cup.

Argentina could, because they already won continental, and it would be the last one for Messi and the whole world wants Roanldo or Messi to win something before they retire. It would be the very last one (probably) for both of them, so either they win it this year, or they won’t win at all for their entire career, such a sad situation of course.
Messi of course has a better chance, Argentina is overall a better team and built a good squad this time around, there is a possibility that they could win, add Messi into a team that is good and you got yourself a team that could beat anyone in the world, but they could also end up losing to anyone as well, there is no guarantee at all.

Argentina was a good enough team in the last Bishcup. But their main weakness was their weak defense. And this is why Argentina's performance in previous World Cups was not very good. But in this World Cup, Argentina is a self-sufficient team. Defense, midfield and forward players are in good form. So in this World Cup Argentina team is considered as favorite by all. It could also be Messi's last World Cup. So most Messi fans want Argentina to win the title.

[nullama]

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Argentina was a good enough team in the last Bishcup. But their main weakness was their weak defense. And this is why Argentina's performance in previous World Cups was not very good. But in this World Cup, Argentina is a self-sufficient team. Defense, midfield and forward players are in good form. So in this World Cup Argentina team is considered as favorite by all. It could also be Messi's last World Cup. So most Messi fans want Argentina to win the title.

Messi himself has officially mentioned that this will be his last world cup.

It's his last chance, and Argentina arrived to this world cup unbeaten, so it's a really good chance for him. It's literally now or never.

[Sithara007]

Messi himself has officially mentioned that this will be his last world cup.

It's his last chance, and Argentina arrived to this world cup unbeaten, so it's a really good chance for him. It's literally now or never.

Messi is 35 years old. So what do you expect from him? By the time of the next world cup, he will be 39. He may continue with club football for another 2-3 years, but I don't foresee him playing much international football after Qatar 2022. We are going through a strange phase in football, where most of the star players are in their late 30s (Messi, Ronaldo, Modric.etc). And Argentina has sent their best squad in three decades. For them also, it is now or never. Rebuilding the team after Messi may take some time and it will have an impact on their chances for 2026.

[CageMabok]

Messi is 35 years old. So what do you expect from him? By the time of the next world cup, he will be 39. He may continue with club football for another 2-3 years, but I don't foresee him playing much international football after Qatar 2022. We are going through a strange phase in football, where most of the star players are in their late 30s (Messi, Ronaldo, Modric.etc). And Argentina has sent their best squad in three decades. For them also, it is now or never. Rebuilding the team after Messi may take some time and it will have an impact on their chances for 2026.

It's time to hope for players who are younger than Messi who is no longer young for this world cup. Because the Argentine squad also looks so mature to face the world cup this year and so does the squad from Brazil which is also not bad and is very ready to face the Qatar world cup championship this year. Although expecting the best for a Messi in the Argentina squad is also not wrong because Messi can also provide input and good performances for his squad in the world cup this time.

[CryptocurencyKing]

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Argentina was a good enough team in the last Bishcup. But their main weakness was their weak defense. And this is why Argentina's performance in previous World Cups was not very good. But in this World Cup, Argentina is a self-sufficient team. Defense, midfield and forward players are in good form. So in this World Cup Argentina team is considered as favorite by all. It could also be Messi's last World Cup. So most Messi fans want Argentina to win the title.

Messi himself has officially mentioned that this will be his last world cup.

It's his last chance, and Argentina arrived to this world cup unbeaten, so it's a really good chance for him. It's literally now or never.

Messi, who is set to feature in his fifth FIFA World Cup and this is his last one. Knowing that this is Messi's last Wc tournament, Argentina have put everything in place to lift this one; called up efficient players who will put their minds into the game to deliver. Luckily for them, most of their players and their Clubs are in a good form, like Lisandro Martinez, Lautaro Martinez, Otamendi, Mac Allister and Messi. So I expect Argentina to make it to the final round.

[Lafu]

There are a few more players that maybe have the last chances to get the World Cup Title , or again !
Thomas Müller is one and also maybe Manuel Neuer from Germany but i guess every Nation has his old players.
By the way what i have seen yesterday on the review of the German friendly game was really disappointing in some way.

[joker_josue]

Today Portugal will play a friendly match with Nigeria. The coach has already said that Ronaldo will not play because he is sick. But at this moment with so much controversy around the player, it is difficult to understand what is going on.

In Portugal, several people think that this friendly will not serve to improve the team, but only to meet the schedule. Which could complicate things, a week from now, in the first game of the World Cup.

Although the Portuguese believe that Portugal has a good team and good players, there is a general feeling that things are not going to go well.

what is your opinion? Do I think Portugal has the conditions to go far in the competition?

[Daniel91]

Croatia played a friendly match against Saudi Arabia yesterday and won but very hard, only 1:0.
In fact, it could be said that Saudi Arabia lost undeservedly, and they even had a chance to win.
After the match, all the Croatian players and the coach complained about the very difficult weather and high heat, which made it very difficult for them to play.
It seems to me that the difficult weather conditions in Qatar will be a major aggravating factor, especially for European teams that are not used to such harsh weather conditions.
These weather conditions will surely suit the African teams a lot more and maybe because of this the African teams will have more success in this world cup.

[rozak]

what is your opinion? Do I think Portugal has the conditions to go far in the competition?

I think Portugal has a pretty good chance to at least get out of this phase. Ghana, Uruguay, and South Korea all had good games. Portugal can not underestimate everything. those who qualify for this phase are also a strong team that has weathered some difficult matches.
maybe Portugal will be more favored in Group H with Uruguay. but I feel South Korea will play well this year.

[joker_josue]

It seems to me that the difficult weather conditions in Qatar will be a major aggravating factor, especially for European teams that are not used to such harsh weather conditions.
These weather conditions will surely suit the African teams a lot more and maybe because of this the African teams will have more success in this world cup.

Undoubtedly. In this World Cup, the countries of Africa and South America will have some advantage as they are used to playing in a hot climate.

I think Portugal has a pretty good chance to at least get out of this phase. Ghana, Uruguay, and South Korea all had good games. Portugal can not underestimate everything. those who qualify for this phase are also a strong team that has weathered some difficult matches.
maybe Portugal will be more favored in Group H with Uruguay. but I feel South Korea will play well this year.

Look, we can't ignore Ghana. They have been playing well, and the last time Portugal played Ghana, in the 2014 World Cup, Portugal won with some difficulty, with the game ending 2-1.

[rahmad2nd]

what is your opinion? Do I think Portugal has the conditions to go far in the competition?

I think Portugal has a pretty good chance to at least get out of this phase. Ghana, Uruguay, and South Korea all had good games. Portugal can not underestimate everything. those who qualify for this phase are also a strong team that has weathered some difficult matches.
maybe Portugal will be more favored in Group H with Uruguay. but I feel South Korea will play well this year.

On paper and FIFA rankings, Portugal is more convincing to win the group than any other team in Group H.
however, that does not mean Portugal can swing smoothly to conquer its opponents. Portugal's toughest opponent is only Uruguay, where they have two veteran players who are still fairly sharp at their age. Luiz Suarez, Edison Cavani have experience requirements that they can really rely on when they are in their opponent's defense line.

On the other hand, South Korea is a team that should not be underestimated in this group phase. they have quite an impressive record, and have a history of overthrowing big teams like Germany and Italy. South Korea has also recorded a meeting with Portugal in the 2002 world cup, which Portugal lost with a score of 0-1.

actually Portugal is filled with many top players, it's just that their performance is not too impressive. even in the last match in the Nations League, Portugal had to be beaten by Spain even though by a thin score. this means that Fernando Santos' strategy did not work as effectively and as he expected. plus, the star icon they have "Ronaldo" is in a phase of performance decline.

However, for now we are only talking based on existing statistics and data. regarding the results later, let's wait for this world cup event to be held.

[Joca97]

Croatia played a friendly match against Saudi Arabia yesterday and won but very hard, only 1:0.
In fact, it could be said that Saudi Arabia lost undeservedly, and they even had a chance to win.
After the match, all the Croatian players and the coach complained about the very difficult weather and high heat, which made it very difficult for them to play.
It seems to me that the difficult weather conditions in Qatar will be a major aggravating factor, especially for European teams that are not used to such harsh weather conditions.
These weather conditions will surely suit the African teams a lot more and maybe because of this the African teams will have more success in this world cup.

Croatia could have won with a bigger goal difference. Two of their goals were cancelled due to var and things could have gone worst for Saudi Arabia in this match. The heat will be a huge problem in the world cup and they need to get used to it. Team like Saudi Arabia,Qatar and so on are used to this conditions so might have a small advantage because of it

[sana54210]

Messi, who is set to feature in his fifth FIFA World Cup and this is his last one. Knowing that this is Messi's last Wc tournament, Argentina have put everything in place to lift this one; called up efficient players who will put their minds into the game to deliver. Luckily for them, most of their players and their Clubs are in a good form, like Lisandro Martinez, Lautaro Martinez, Otamendi, Mac Allister and Messi. So I expect Argentina to make it to the final round.

I feel like we are talking about his "last one" too much, he is around 35 years old if I am not wrong, that means he would be 39 years old, we have seen players who played more than that, players at 40-41 years old and still in the world cup, and they weren't even as good as Messi. Are we 100% certain that it’s his last one, did he say it? Could he change his mind?

I feel like if he ends up playing very well for a long time, then he has his last one ahead of him and it may not be this one. Of course, that depends on how good Argentina will be, if on the next one they are still candidates to win, then Messi may want to join even at that age, maybe this won't be his last, I am not 100% certain about it.

[BobK71]

Croatia played a friendly match against Saudi Arabia yesterday and won but very hard, only 1:0.
In fact, it could be said that Saudi Arabia lost undeservedly, and they even had a chance to win.
After the match, all the Croatian players and the coach complained about the very difficult weather and high heat, which made it very difficult for them to play.
It seems to me that the difficult weather conditions in Qatar will be a major aggravating factor, especially for European teams that are not used to such harsh weather conditions.
These weather conditions will surely suit the African teams a lot more and maybe because of this the African teams will have more success in this world cup.

The heat will be a huge problem in the world cup and they need to get used to it. Team like Saudi Arabia,Qatar and so on are used to this conditions so might have a small advantage because of it

We all know that Qatar belongs to high average temperature country. The average temperature there is around 29 degrees Celsius and reaches a maximum of 45 degrees during the summer months. The heat is obviously excessive in the summer, with the World Cup being played in the winter. But if we compared to the United Kingdom then temperatures will be very high. Running on the field for 90 minutes in this temperature is very difficult but there is no way, this year World Cup must be passed through this condition.