Time for World Cup preparation is running out and the upcoming set of internationals are the final chance for players to stake their claim before the real squads are announced.
England, Spain, Germany, France, Brazil and Argentina are all among those fancying their chances of victory in Qatar, which will be the first ever winter tournament. The aforementioned nations are not short of depth when it comes to selection, leaving their respective coaches with plenty to mull over.
For some players this World Cup is the first chance they'll get at impressing on the global stage. For others, now in the twilight of their career, the tournament in the Middle East is their final chance to make an impression on the global stage. Icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are set to play in their final tournaments, with both men eyeing the top prize for the first time.
