Match The Soccer Player To The Team
- by Sosa Manuel
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Another season of soccer is just around the corner. Fans everywhere are breathing a sigh of relief as the summer break comes to a close and another exciting campaign is about to start. It felt like only yesterday when we were watching the teams win their respective titles, and the amazing Champions League final. Surprisingly, a lot has happened over the summer, with many teams making huge signings that they hope will bolster their chances this year. One team even shattered the transfer fee record, buying a player for an incredible 200 million pounds (about 260 million US dollars).
Some players are staying put, while others are packing their bags for a brand new adventure. Whatever happens, many are saying that this is going to be one of the most epic seasons of football ever, particularly in the English Premier league. The great thing about the Premier League is that it's so damned competitive. Even lower-ranked teams like Leicester have shown that the title is there to be won, whoever you might be. While soccer is a team game, these teams are full of incredible individuals, and it's these individuals that we all get to know over the years. But can you match the player to the team? Take the quiz to find out...
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is considered by many to be the number one footballer in the world. His skills are undeniable, and he does things on the pitch that seem physically impossible. Is it because of his lower center of balance that makes him such a good dribbler? Others point out the fact that Messi seems to look at the movement of the other players' feet, and then moves in reaction to that. But do you know which team this genius plays for?
Christiano Ronaldo
Another contender for the title of the GOAT (Greatest of all time) is Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano is the guy everyone loves to hate. With his pretty boy image, inflated ego, on-field antics, many people absolutely hate this guy. But you can't hate him when he's on your team, because Cristiano is a goal machine. There's no denying the fact that this guy scores goals, especially when it really counts. He recently won the Euro Cup with Portugal. But what team is he on?
Harry Kane
Another extremely talented striker is Harry Kane. Arguably the best striker in the Premier League right now, Harry Kane brings an insane amount of goals to the table. He's been with his team for quite some time, and that team is very happy to have him. He seems to always find a way to score, even when the angle is impossible. This leads to some of the most stunning and impressive goals in recent years. But what team is he on?
Paul Pogba
One of the biggest signings of 2016 was Paul Pogba. Back during this time, his transfer fee was a record-breaker, at a whopping 90 Million pounds. Of course, we all know that the record has since been broken, but there was a huge expectation attached to Pogba when he arrived at his club. Truth be told, he hasn't really lived up to his reputation - YET. He also holds the honor of having his own emojii. But what team is he on?
Alexis Sanchez
Alexis Sanchez is another immensely talented player in the premier league. He's also another certified goal machine, and he has attracted a lot of attention from other clubs as a result. He was strongly linked to a move away, considering the fact that his current club has been massively underperforming lately. Depsite this, he looks set to stay at his club and will continue to score lots of goals in 2017. But do you know what team he's on right now?
Paulo Dybala
Paulo Dybala is one of the most exciting young talents in the game right now. He plays as a striker in one of the most talented teams in the game right now, and he was very close to winning the Champions League with the side. He is small and fast, and can bamboozle defenders with his dribbling. As a result, he has been compared to Messi, with some even suggesting he will take Messi's throne one day. But what team is he on?
Antoine Griezmann
Another small, agile striker is Griezmann. He's a joy to watch and can be lethal in the 18 yard box. He can dribble, pass, and strike the ball with surprising pace. He's got undeniable quality, and as such has been linked with clubs like Man Utd. But his current club is understandably very eager to keep him. He scores the majority of their goals, and he looks set to make the same contribution in the 2017 season. But what team is he on?
Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus has been tipped as a player to watch this season, and it's no wonder why. This guy is just brimming with talent and potential. He plays like a classic Brazilian player; full of trickery and blistering pace. He is set to make his mark on the Premier League next season, with the possibility of becoming the number one striker in his team and winning all the glory for himself. But do you know which team this striker is from?
Kylian Mbappe
This is the striker who is on everyone's wish list at the moment. He's been offered hundreds of millions to make the move away from his home club, but as of right now he looks set to stay loyal to the club that has built him into the player he is now. And what a player he is. He's only 18 but looks to make his name as the top striker in the world in the coming season. But what team is he on?
Eden Hazard
Eden Hazard is another player who a lot of people want to sign. And like Mbappe, he looks like he wants to stay loyal to his current club. When he's having a good day, Eden Hazard ranks among the very best in the world. Extremely fast, he specializing in bursting forward from the midfield, beating defenders, and burying the ball in the back of the net. He was linked to a move to Real Madrid, but looks set to stay put. But what club is he with?
Philippe Coutinho
Philippe Coutinho is one player who is making all the news stories these days in the transfer rumors. Everybody is talking about where this player is going to end up when the transfer window ends. That's because Barcelona has come knocking at his club's door, and when Barcelona comes it's hard to send them away. It's clear that he wants to join what is arguably the best club in the world. But his club refuses to let him go. What club is this?
Cesc Fabregas
Cesc Fabregas is an old hand when it comes to professional soccer. He's had an insane career spanning multiple clubs and with each club he joins he furthers his amazing reputation. He's one of the most skilled midfielders in the world. Although now he's certainly aging, he still manages to score and contribute when he's substituted in by his manager. Because of this, we will see some great moments from him in the future. But what team is he on?
Willian
Willian is undoubtedly one of the most skilled footballers in the premier league right now. This speedy Brazilian is famous for zipping up and down the wings, beating defenders, and making incredible crosses into the box. He's also known for scoring some incredible goals himself. Seeing this player run at full pace with the ball under his control is one of the most entertaining parts of the premier league these days. But do you know which team this guy is on?
Gianluigi Buffon
Gianluigi Buffon is undoubtedly one of the best goalkeepers of all time. Although he's 39 years old, he's still one of the best, if not THE best keeper in the world. He has pretty much every single trophy under his belt - except a Champion's League trophy, which narrowly evaded him last year by the narrowest of margins. He's known for his theatrical antics on the pitch, and pretty much everyone loves him. But do you know what club he's with?
Hugo Lloris
Hugo Lloris is another very talented goalkeeper. He's one of the best in the world, and unlike Buffon, he will be around for a lot longer than just another couple years. He's well established in his club of choice, and provides an amazing service to them. This enabled his club to challenge for the champion's title, and next year they will be challengers, and will be relying on him. But do you know what club this goalkeeper is linked with?
Neymar
Neymar is another player who has been a huge talking point this summer. As the transfer window comes to a close, there is no one who will possibly come close to breaking Neymar's transfer record of an insane 200 Million Pounds. This sets the bar incredibly high for future transfers of equally talented players. And there's no denying that Neymar is an incredibly talented player. But is he really worth 200 million Pounds? Regardless, his new club will be very happy to have him. Which club is this?
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney was once one of the best players on the planet, but now his career looks like it's coming to an end. After a long and illustrious career at Manchester United, he is finally moving on. And funnily enough, he's going back to the club that originally sold him to Manchester United in the first place. He's probably only going to last a few more seasons, but at least he'll actually get to play. But what team does he play for now?
Fernando Torres
Fernando Torres is another player who is fast approaching the end of his career. But unlike Rooney, you get the feeling that this guy still has a few more seasons left in him. He's known as "El Nino," or "The Little Boy." He has scored some incredible goals in the past, and had some amazing seasons at Liverpool. Following a disastrous move to Chelsea, he moved back to his home club. But which club is it that he plays for now?
Gareth Bale
Gareth Bale also made headlines in this transfer window, although he looks set to stay at his club right now. In fact, he recently made a statement emphasizing his wish to play out the rest of his career at the club he's currently at. He started out as a Tottenham player, and quickly became world renown for his incredible pace and amazing goalscoring ability. This boy can run. His pace was something that made him in demand. But which club is he with now?
Andres Iniesta
Andres Iniesta is one of the greatest players who has ever played the game, without a doubt. He is one of the best playmakers the world has ever seen, and his passing ability and amazing vision has earned him the nickname "El Ilusionista" (The Illusionist). His trickery and ability to read the game make him one of his club's best players, and it's a sad thing that we're seeing him approach the end of his career. But which club is he with?
Luis Suarez
Luis Suarez is another huge name in football today. Unlike many of the other names on this quiz, this player looks set to stay put... At least for the time being. You never know exactly what Suarez is going to do next. One minute he could be scoring the most sublime goal you've ever seen, while only seconds later being sent off for biting another player. Despite his controversial on-field antics, he's one of the best strikers of our age. But which club is he with?
Luka Modric
Another incredible player in today's game is Luka Modric. This player might be small, but he packs a punch worth several other players. And he plays the role of about two players on the pitch, zipping around from half to half, always involved in the play. You can bet that with most of his team's attacks, he's at the heart and soul of them. Playmakers like him are one in a million, which is what he's worth. But which team has him?
Sergio Aguero
Sergio Aguero is another fine striker who plays in the Premier League. Like Messi, Dybala, and many other legends, he hails from Argentina, and is one of his country's finest exports. But it's in his club football that he really shines. He's his club's top scorer with 33 goals last season, beating the runner up by over 20 goals. That tells you how valuable this player is to his team, and how vital he will be next season. But which team is on?
Alvaro Morata
Morata is another huge name that has seen his name in the headlines this summer. That's because he just completed a move away from Real Madrid to a new club in the Premier League, and fans of this English side are very excited about him coming. He has a fearsome reputation in the game, and is sure to be the missing link that the club who signed him needs. But do you know which club was lucky enough to sign him?
Isco
Another fan-favorite is the player known as Isco. He is one player who always gets a cheer when he comes on to the pitch, and sadly that's what he's been doing most of the time, at least in recent years. He's not a starter on his team, unless of course Gareth Bale is injured. Otherwise, he starts on the bench and comes when called upon by his manager. Because of this, he's been linked with a move away. But what is his club now?
Kevin De Bruyne
When Kevin De Bruyne showed up in the premier league last year, he made quite the impression. He's already being compared to the likes of legends like Dennis Bergkamp, and he deserves the praise. He's a player with amazing vision, technical prowess, and one hell of a shot. He's often seen scoring from free kicks, or pushing forward, sparking his team to go forward and attack. He'll be a big name next season. But do you know what team he's on?
Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany can best be described as the heart and soul of his team. He's the glue that holds it all together, and sadly when he's missing there's a real, noticeable lack of quality in his team, particularly in the defense where he plays as the central commanding officer. Sadly, his absences have been a regular occurrence lately, as he's struggled with injury a lot. Let's hope that this season goes off without a hitch for him. But what team is he on?
Thibaut Courtouis
Another player who really holds his team together in the defense is Thibaut Cortouis. This player is perhaps the greatest goalkeeper alive today. Nothing seems to get past him. And this crazy, acrobatic skill was undoubtedly a big factor in his team winning the Premier League last year. If he continues he current form, then teams will have an incredibly tough time scoring on him next season. It might make all the difference. But what team does he play for?
Daniel Sturridge
Daniel Sturridge is another huge name in football, although he's fallen down the pecking order somewhat at his current club. There's no denying he has the skill, it's just that he fails to deliver with the same consistency as some of the other top strikers right now. That hard fact is prompting many to suggest he move on from his current club to try and get more first team football. But do you know which club this player is at?
Romelu Lukaku
Romelu Lukaku was another player who made huge headlines this summer. He was part of a much publicized transfer from his ex-club Everton to a new club that was in dire need of some proven firepower up front. And say what you want about Lukaku, you're pretty much guaranteed goals when he's on your team. This was the logic of the club that bought him, but it remains to be seen whether that will pan out as planned. Which team is he on?
Wilfried Zaha
Wilfried Zaha is undoubtedly one of the most talented players in the Premier League these days. He took on the most players last season, and his dribbling is simply sublime when he's on form. There have been questions about his consistency in recent years, but last season's performance was solid and he's starting to get a lot of attention. His club is frankly lucky to still have him, given his talent. But which club is he a part of nowadays?
Dele Alli
Dele Alli is another huge star in the Premier League. His talent has really started to flourish in recent years, and he's started to get widespread recognition. He's scored some astonishing goals in the recent past, especially last season. He's won a deserved place on the England national side, where he looks set to stay for the foreseeable future. He rules over the midfield in most games, and is an important part of his team. But which team is this?
Jamie Vardy
Jamie Vardy is a relatively new name in the scene of professional football, and he's somewhat of a Cinderella story. He started off in the lower leagues, before working his way up into the premier league, finally winning the whole premier league in what might be the most stunning year in the history of the Premier League. He's stayed loyal to this club, and continues to score goals. He's also won a place on the English national team. But what club does he play for?
Cesar Azpilicueta
So far, we've not really mentioned many defenders. They don't get much love in football, and are sold for the cheapest amounts (generally speaking). But they are immensely important, especially in the tactical complexities of today's game. Cesar Azpilicueta is a clear example of a defender who is essential to his team. He actually didn't miss a single game all last season. In fact, he played every minute of every game, and didn't get subbed off once. But what team did he play for?
Marek Hamsik
Marek Hamsik is an absolute beast. But those who watch him already know that. He has everything you would want in a top class midfielder. Vision, touch, dribbling ability, speed, passing vision, and a powerful strike. He is arguably the heart and soul of his team, and he has produced some simply stellar moments when he's on the pitch. Always the entertainer, his appearance is striking with his mohawk and tattoos. But do you know which team this player is signed with?
Toni Kroos
Toni Kroos is another totally world class player, and is a vital part of his team. He is so skilled that he is probably part of everyone's "fantasy team," if you could pick a team full of any players from any team. He is a commander in the midfield, and he packs a famously powerful left foot that can deliver a shot straight into the back of the net at far range. But do you know which team this player is with?
Pepe
Another integral player to every team he's been with is Pepe. This player, who shares his name with a cartoon frog, is famous for being violent and strong in defense. Sometimes he gets sent off, but you can never accuse Pepe of not caring. He led his national team, Portugal, to a Euro Cup win last year, and Portugal's strong defense, commanded by him, was a huge part of that. He was recently sold by his old club, Real Madrid. But where does he play now?
Xherdan Shaqiri
Xherdan Shaqiri was another player who made a huge impact in last year's Euro Cup, playing for his home nation of Switzerland. He famously scored a beautiful acrobatic goal which almost won the goal of the tournament. This player has some serious skill. His dribbling ability is stunning, and he can smash home goals like the best of them. The only downside is his small stature, which might have kept him from being one of the world's best. But which team does he play for?
Jermain Defoe
Jermain Defoe is a legend in the game, and sometimes it's hard to believe this guy is STILL playing. Not only is he still playing, but he plays for the English National side. Not bad for a 34-year-old. That's almost considered ancient in the world of football. Of course, there's a major reason why he's still such a major player. This guy is one of the most natural goalscorers in the world. He does it without even thinking. But which team has him now?
Gigio Donnarumma
In stark contrast to Jermain Defoe, Gigio Donnarumma is one of the youngest players in the game. At just 18 years of age, he is pretty much a baby. But players younger than him have made their debut before. Still, Donnarumma is doing a lot more than playing a few games here and there. He's the starting goalkeeper of his team. And he's making it all look easy. This guy has a level of confidence beyond his years, and it's because of this that Buffon has marked him as his successor at Italy. But what team does he play for?
Dries Mertens
If you want to see some truly stunning goals, then look no further that Dries Mertens. He's another player that operates in the Italian League, Serie A. This Belgian born midfielder is a jack of all trades on the pitch. Able to pressure opponents, dribble with the ball, pass with vision, or take it into the box and finish with dangerous accuracy. This player will feature heavily next season, and with any luck we'll see him again in the Champions League. But which team is he on?
David De Gea
David De Gea is another insanely talented shot-stopper, and the type of saves he makes are simply incredible to witness. Just when you think that a player's shot is 100% destined for the back of the net, De Gea comes from nowhere to deny the shot. His infallible consistency has led many to compare him to a superhuman. He was another player who was gossiped about during the transfer window, but he looks like he's staying put. Which club is he at?
Leonardo Bonucci
Leonardo Bonucci is another pillar in his team's defense, and a very experienced one at that. Many people are saying this player is getting old, but his abilities don't seem to be waning. He played some amazing games for his home nation of Italy during the Euro Cup, where he showed everyone why the Italians are so famous for their well-organized defense. He can also pass the ball extremely well, and reads the game with ease. But which team is he on?
Oscar
Like a lot of soccer fans, you were probably asking yourself, "Whatever happened to Oscar?" He used to be one of the biggest players and had incredible talent. So why isn't he playing for any of the big teams? He was very young, so he had more years left in him. The truth is he got seduced by a big money offer to go and play in a different country. But do you know which club this player is now at?
Carlos Tevez
Carlos Tevez is another huge name in football. He's well known for his tenacity as a midfield player, and his technical skill. He can pass, defend, finish, and everything in between. But like Oscar, he's sort of fallen off the map in recent years. Whatever happened to him? Well just like Oscar, he too was seduced by a big money signing to the same ultra-rich country. Now he's being paid ridiculous sums. But is it worth it? Where does he play now?
Nolito
Nolito is another proven striker who plays for the Spanish National team. The Spanish team has had great success in recent years, and Nolito was a big part of that. In one amazing run, the Spaniards won the World Cup and the Euro Cup in quick succession, making them the undisputed champions of the world. The free-flowing, intricate football played by Spain suited Nolito's own style of play perfectly. But do you know where this high quality player is at now?
Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah was another big name signing made this summer, and he looks to make a real contribution to the team he just joined. He has a pretty illustrious past, with time spent at Chelsea and Roma, both teams recognizing his ability. Roma was where he spent a good deal of time in recent years, scoring plenty of goals and getting tons of attention in the process. He's a pacy striker capable of beating defenders. But what team does he now play for?
Alexandre Lacazette
Another massive signing this summer, Alexandre Lacazette is one player who many hope will bring their team glory, trophies, and above all, goals. And so far in pre-season games he's proven that he looks to be that man. A proven striker with a lot of pace and technical ability, Lacazette might just be an unbelievable signing for a team that is admittedly struggling in the Premier League to stay in the top 4. But do you know which team he's at right now?
Javier Hernandez
This Mexican superstar is still going strong, but has been knocked around to different clubs a lot during his career. He has a past at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and even in the MLS in America. But now he's set for an exciting return back to the English Premier league with a team that is very lucky to have him. But the question remains. Does he still have what it takes? And do you know which team he's currently signed with?
Jason Puncheon
We finish the quiz off with a player some of you might not know, so it could be a challenge. This player is actually the captain of his Premier League club, and plays in the midfield in a commanding role. He is great with the ball at his feet, and has scored some spectacular goals in the past, most notably from free kicks. He has the honor of playing for the team that represents his home. But do you know what team that is?