The Qatar 2022 World Cup is upon us and now I’ve fully grasped the magnitude of the event we are about to witness.
The talent involved in this competition is ludicrous as everywhere you look world-class players are involved in every group.
A huge point of argument is always who the top scorers will be. We have brought you the 10 footballers most likely to win the Qatar 2022 World Cup Golden Boot.
Honorable Mention
Neymar Jr
10. Cody Gakpo
Cody Gakpo is a 23 year old talented forward representing the Netherlands. He was the subject of interest for many elite European clubs last transfer window but PSV Eindhoven held firm to retain his services.
Clearly they were spot on as he has shown the form that made him highly regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe.
He produced 9 goals and 12 assists from just 14 dutch league appearances this season and will look to continue tormenting defenses at the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup.
With teammates such as Virgil Van Dijk, Nathan Ake, Mathijs De Ligt and co, it’s hard to see him not produce a fruitful world cup campaign.
9. Darwin Nunez
The talented Uruguayan made his blockbuster move to Liverpool earlier this year and has not disappointed Klopp. He immediately made an impact scoring in the Community Shield to secure the win against Rivals Manchester City.
He made his move to Liverpool after a tremendous season with Benfica where he scored 26 goals and 4 assists in just 28 Portuguese league games.
He has integrated well into the Liverpool side and seems to be starting a solid partnership with Liverpool icon Mohammed Salah.
He will be hoping to recreate that magic with strike partner Luis Suarez and propel his nation to glory.
8. Gareth Bale
Gareth Bale is a legend of the game regardless of what he does from here on out. He has won a boatload of UEFA Champions League medals, Spanish League, and Cup medals. He has his name on some of the most important moments in Real Madrid’s modern history.
When he chose to move to America to play football many were baffled as he clearly was still a top player in top shape and could contribute massively to the giant clubs in Europe.
He seems to turn to Superman when he puts on his National kit and I don’t expect it to change any time soon.
7. Romelu Lukaku
Romelu Lukaku has endured a torrid 3-year spell, his confidence and rhythm have been absolutely shattered, and with that went his form.
The only place Lukaku has shown his real colors is in the Belgian National Team. He has all the backing and confidence he needs there and it shows in his body language and performance.
He has returned to the club where he played his best football, Inter. Although hampered by injury Qatar 2022 World Cup is the stage for BIG ROM to show off and remind the world of his standing.
6. Lautaro Martinez
Unlike Lukaku, Lautaro Martinez has been afforded the space and atmosphere needed to develop into an elite level foward, he has grasped the tools and improved more than we thought possible.
This season he has continued that growth with his contribution of 7 goals and 4 assists in 15 Serie A for Inter as he assumes the responsibility of the main man.
In the Argentine National team, he is spoilt with players that will provide the perfect service he needs to do damage.
He has been a top-level European striker for years, it’s time for the world to know at the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup.
5. Kylian Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe has reached the top of football at 23 with a lot of time to spare.
His productivity levels are outstanding, this season alone despite all the negativity surrounding his new deal he has managed to plunder 12 goals and 2 assists in 1 league game and a further 7 goals and 3 assists in 6 Champions League games.
In the last world cup, he managed 4 goals and 1 assist in 7 matches as France romped to the title, I’m backing him to improve that tally this time.
4. Robert Lewandoski
Robert Lewandoski has taken his goal scoring exploits to spain and he has increased his goal scoring output in a not so shocking turn of events.
The Polish Icon has been electric scoring 13 goals and 4 assists in 14 la Liga games as he has pushed Barcelona to the top of the Spanish league.
Lewandoski endured a torrid time last World cup as he failed to find the net in just 3 games. I fully believe in what is likely his last World Cup he is going to better that record.
3. Lionel Messi
This man has been out to send a message this season. He endured a poor first year at Paris Saint Germain but he has bounced back in his second season to his best form.
He has produced 7 goals and 10 assists in 13 matches as he looks to lead Argentina into one more World cup battle.
In the UEFA Champions League this season he has contributed 4 goals and 4 assists in 5 matches, putting to bed any assumptions he is losing his magic touch.
2. Harry Kane
Harry Kane has been one of the most consistent forwards of the past 5 years.
The England captain won the golden boot at the 2018 World Cup with his competition high 6 goals.
He has not faltered at club level either as he has plundered 12 goals and an assist in 15 premier league games this season.
If Harry Kane comes out top scorer in this Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup I won’t be surprised.
1. Ronaldo
The best version of Ronaldo is when the world is against him. Fabricio Romano recently revealed that Manchester United are looking into disciplinary actions to take against Ronaldo for his now Viral interview with Piers Morgan where he criticized the club.
Ronaldo has since joined up with his Portuguese national teammates and even made a claim that if Portugal wins this World Cup he is 100% retiring.
Never doubt Ronaldo, he shines on the brightest stage and in the next 4 years, the brightest stage available is the Qatar 2022 Fifa World Cup so I back him to shine there.
