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Rankings: The best 10 players to watch at the World Cup

By Kian Long

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - MARCH 26: Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks on during the International Friendly match between Portugal v Netherlands at Stade de Geneve on March 26, 2018 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Harold Cunningham/Getty Images)
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - MARCH 26: Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks on during the International Friendly match between Portugal v Netherlands at Stade de Geneve on March 26, 2018 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Harold Cunningham/Getty Images) /
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NICE, FRANCE – JUNE 01: Antoine Griezmann of France (L) and Lorenzo Pellegrini of Italy compete for the ball during the International Friendly match between France and Italy at Allianz Riviera Stadium on June 1, 2018 in Nice, France. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)
NICE, FRANCE – JUNE 01: Antoine Griezmann of France (L) and Lorenzo Pellegrini of Italy compete for the ball during the International Friendly match between France and Italy at Allianz Riviera Stadium on June 1, 2018 in Nice, France. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images) /

5. Antoine Greizmann

Griezmann is another key factor to the France attack. If his season with Atletico Madrid is anything to go by, then we are in for a real treat.

He helped the Spanish capital win the Europa League, as the other side of Madrid lifted the Champions League. He was a key component to this trophy-winning side, scoring in the final to open the scoring.

He had a stellar season this time round, perhaps the best of his career. It speaks volumes when Barcelona come calling for your signature.

He has a unique style, one which isn’t common among forwards. He seems to prefer working in a partnership, which there are plenty of suitors for.

He could partner with a favorite of Deschamps in Olivier Giroud, or the before mentioned Kylian Mbappe. Either way, Griezmann is tipped to be the star of the show.

A lot of the goals will run through him, just like they did at EURO 2016. Not only will France fans be routing for him, but also the world. His trend-setting ability has gained the attention of many football fans, and he’s beginning to turn into a household name.

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