World Cup 2022 Group E: Six Players to keep an eye on

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As Qatar prepare for the month-long footballing spectacle starting on Sunday, we dive into the quest for talents across the 3 teams. Today our focus is on Group E of the World Cup 2022. Group E is regarded as the Group of Death. Two former Champions Germany and Spain are in this group going to lock horns together along with Japan and Costa Rica, as the latter reached the quarterfinals stage in Brazil in 2014.

There are ample names in the four teams to keep you on the edge of your seat, but we have jotted it down to six names who may be the cream of the crop.

Jamal Musiala (Germany) (Club: Bayern Munich)

The Bundesliga boy wunder Jamal Musiala has grasped the limelight after his rapid rise in Bayern Munich ranks. The 19-year-old is a vital cog of the Bayern team and has been a revelation for them. His repertoire consists of immense creating ability and natural ease to operate in tight spaces. His roaming role in the German midfield is going to be crucial and if he gets an opportunity, he can dazzle anybody. He scored 9 goals along with 8 assists before the season break and is regarded as one of the elites of future. Musiala is mainly an attacking midfielder but can play on the left hand
side, and if required, can hone defensive role as well. It will be interesting to see if Hans Flick gives him an opportunity, but if he comes on, he is definitely a man to watch.

Serge Gnabry (Germany) (Club: Bayern Munich)

Serge Gnabry is another who is at the prime of his football this season. The Bayern striker has racked up 9 goals in the season coming to the World Cup and will be aiming to continue his merry way. He has 20 goals in just 36 games for his country. A right winger prima facie, Gnabry can play at array of positions - from Centre Forward to the left side of the wing. His versatility will be handy for Hans Flick as he can switch wings in the match regularly to bamboozle the opponents. Also keep an eye on his strength, standing just 175 cms tall, Gnabry packs a sturdy punch and has the ability to shrug off defenders. So keep an eye on.

Pedri (Spain) (Club: Barcelona)

Luis Enrique's men are in Qatar to repeat their 2010 achievements, that is win the World Cup. And to have that elusive glory, Pedri is going to be instrumental. Although just 19, Pedri is already a starter for Spain and will continue to be so in the World Cup. The crafty midfielder has been in decent touch for Barcelona, scoring 3 La Liga goals so far. His passing prowess, ability to pick a player with long balls and clever movements will be pivotal in the Spanish midfield. He is not only technically gifted
but has speedy legs to go past defenders as well. He was also named the Young Player of the Euro 2020 last year.

His role will be beside Busquets in the midfield so he can roam around his fellow playmakers. In a recent interview, Pedri also said their previous shortcomings will going to make them stronger and they are aiming to win it in Qatar. Entire Spain hopes so.

Alvaro Morata (Spain) (Club: Atletico Madrid)

Alvaro Morata is going to lead the line for Spain in the World Cup. His season with Atletico has not been the best one as he has managed to find the net only on 5 occasions in 19 games. But his tally with Spain is rather impressive, scoring 27 goals in 57 matches. Morata is their leading striker in the tournament and sometimes he cherishes those situations. A decent overall striker, Morata will be key for Spain's offensive prowess, and they have plenty of quality to provide for the former Chelsea
man. It will be a huge ask of Morata, but he just has the knack of rising from the ruins.

Daichi Kamada (Japan) (Club: Eintracht Frankfurt)

Entire Japan will be banking on Frankfurt's crafty midfielder Daichi Kamada. The 6-year-old has been instrumental in the German club's success in the past year or so as they won Europa League last season. His dynamism, passing ability and knack of scoring goals from midfield will be crucial for Japan's success. The 22-time Japan international has 6 goals for his country and will be aiming to mark his first World Cup with some good memories. His form is exquisite, scoring 7 goals so far, he is
the highest scorer for Frankfurt this season. And if the form replicates in Qatar, there will be some moments to savour for the Blue Samurais.

Celso Borges (Costa Rica) (Club: LD Alajuelense)

Celso Borges is one of the focal characters of Costa Rica's golden squad. The veteran midfielder is the most capped player for the Central American country with 154 caps (27 goals). It will be his 3rd appearance in the World Cup finals and his experience in the middle and leadership will be vital for Los Ticos.

Borges is a central midfielder more with defensive qualities but can rack up goals as well as you may get that from his Costa Rica stats (0.17 goals per game). He is yet to score in a World Cup
and this may well be the time for that.