The FIFA World Cup which is presently held by Qatar is the most notable and significant event of this year, know about the oldest player in 2022
For those who are unversed, let us tell you, a total of 32 countries are going against each other to win the gold and shiny trophy of this year.
So far, the event has been quite fantastic and entertaining, however, the coming days will decide the fate of all teams.
List of Oldest Players Playing In Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022 And The Oldest Player Age
This year’s World Cup is extra special and the experience will be quite bittersweet for many as a number of our favourite players are playing for the last time.
For the last time, we will get to see a number of legendary players to play in the World Cup. Here’s a list of players who will be representing their nations for the last time in FIFA:
Alfredo Talavera
The 40-year-old player is the oldest to play in FIFA World Cup 2022. He has been a part of the Mexican team since 2011.
The player has represented his national team in a number of international tournaments. The player who plays as the goalkeeper for Liga MX Club Juarez is best known for his exceptional Aerial game style.
Originally, he was selected as the 3rd goalkeeper but due to some situations, he was called in to play for the main team.
Atiba Hutchinson
The 39-year-old Atiba plays as the midfielder for the Super Lig Club Besiktas. He is the oldest player from the Canadian team to play in the FIFA 2022.
For those who are unaware, let us tell you, Atiba is the captain of both the national team as well as the club team of Canada.
Earlier, for some time, he was out of the game due to his injury but he gave his best for the last World Cup which he is attending.
As of now, he’s the best player the Canadian team has seen. The player holds the record of most caps for Canada i.e, 97.
Pepe
The 39-year-old player is playing as the first choice for the Portugal team. He is known as the best defender of his own generation.
For those who are unaware, let us tell you, Pepe plays as the center back for the team. Earlier he has played for Real Madrid and Besiktas.
The player who’s known for his defensive style of playing, holds the record of 129 caps.
Eiji Kawashima
The 39-year-old Japanese player, who’s known as the oldest Japanese player to play in the history of the World Cup.
Eiji plays as the goalkeeper for the Ligue 1 Club, Strasbourg as well as the Japanese national team. It’s his 4th world cup.
He is also known as Japan’s first choice of goalkeeper from the past 12 years. He also serves as the mentor of young team members.
Dani Alves
The Brazilian veteran player, who’s the oldest player from the nation, had so far attended 3 World cups.
The 39-year-old is known as the most trophies player in the world however he has never won a world cup in the senior category.
Alves plays as the right back for the Liga MX Club UNAM. He is also quite popular for being the Ambassador for the Special Olympics.
Remko Pasveer
The Dutch player who plays as the goalkeeper for Eredivisie club Ajax, is the second oldest player from the nation to ever debut for the national team.
The 39-year-old joined Ajax as the 3rd goalkeeper but due to some situations became the main goalkeeper.
Aymen Mathlouthi
The 38-year-old player, who is known as the best Tunisian goalkeeper and one of the best African goalkeepers, plays for the Etoile du Sahel club.
Thiago Silva
The 38-year-old Brazilian star has so far played 3 World cups under his national team. He plays as the center back for the Premier League Club, Chelsea.
Earlier Silva has played for famous clubs like AC Milan and PSG.
Cristiano Ronaldo
The 37-year-old fans favourite Ronaldo who’s known at GOAT aka Greatest of all time, plays as a forward for the Premier League Club Manchester United.
He is one of the very few players who have scored more than 800 career goals for his country and club.
Danny Vukovic
The 37-year-old Danny is the only goalkeeper who has ever scored in the A-League. He is also the holder of a number of records.
The Australian star, Danny plays as the goalkeeper for the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League.
Let us remind you, fans of football and the fans of all these legends, it might be their last chance to see them playing in the FIFA World Cup as many of them are set to retire from their careers.
ALSO READ: Who Is George Weah Father Of Timothy Weah, His Age, Son, Stats, National Team, Nationality