The action gets underway when the hosts take on Saudi Arabia on Thursday, but which lesser-known players could make a big impact during the tournament? Here’s a look at some of the best players set to compete in Russia who you have probably never heard of.
The 36-year-old is Panama’s joint-top scorer with 43 goals in 105 appearances, and he will be eager to add to that tally in Russia. Tejada has represented more than a dozen clubs during a nomadic career, but he has already confirmed his intention to retire from international football after this summer’s tournament.