The first ever winter World Cup in Qatar started on Sunday evening and with home nations England and Wales ready to get their own tournaments underway, excitement is building.
FIFA’s competition arrived with plenty of criticism surrounding it but on the field, there is plenty to get tuned into with an array of world class talent competing for football’s biggest prize.
And while we await the likes of Harry Kane, Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski to arrive and showcase their undoubted talent – which players will be arriving in Qatar with a point to prove?
There’s been some written off, a few that have fallen into the football abyss and some squad inclusions that have raised the eyebrows of fans across the globe.
However, each of them are sure to be ready to prove their worth on the world stage.
Here are 8 players we think have a real point to prove at the World Cup.
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Here are 8 players who will be determined to prove at point at Qatar 2022. Cr: Getty Images. Photo: Getty Images
5. Christian Pulisic - United States
Pulisic is another that has seen a big money move fail to work out. However, he is one of American's big names and is sure to see the World Cup as a stage where he can showcase his talent - and maybe even gain a move in January. Photo: Aitor Alcalde
6. Wout Weghorst - Netherlands
The giant Dutch forward has a horrific six month spell at Burnley that saw him score just two goals in 20 games. He's improved while at Besiktas, but will know he can silence some critics with a flurry of goals in Qatar. Photo: Peter Dejong - Pool
7. Danny Ward - Wales
The Welsh stopper has not had a great start to life as Leicester City's number one, but has been a reliable goalkeeper for his country. He will battle with Wayne Hennessy for the number one spot and, if given the nod, will hope to show he is better than what Foxes fans have seen so far this season. Photo: Mikael Sjoberg/Ombrello
8. Borna Barisic - Croatia
The Rangers left back has flattered to deceive for a long period of time at Ibrox and will want to show his ability on the world stage in order to return to Glasgow with renewed confidence. Photo: Getty Images