Aashin Prasad

A lot of hope will be on winger Antoine Semenyo (centre), who will be expected to translate his goal-scoring form in the Premier League to his national side. | Photo Credit: AP A lot of hope will be on winger Antoine Semenyo (centre), who will be expected to translate his goal-scoring form in the Premier League to his national side.

Adalberto Carrasquilla’s ability on the ball will make him an unmissable prospect for Panama. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Adalberto Carrasquilla’s ability on the ball will make him an unmissable prospect for Panama. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In its World Cup debut in 2018, Panama was the worst-performing nation, with three defeats and having shipped 11 goals.

Even at 40, Modric, who will be taking part in his fifth World Cup, is still the heartbeat of this Croatian side. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Even at 40, Modric, who will be taking part in his fifth World Cup, is still the heartbeat of this Croatian side. | Photo Credit: REUTERS In previous World Cups, Croatia entered as the unfancied side, but surprised many by finishing as the runner-up in 2018 before a third-place finish in 2022.