Arsenal and Chelsea stars among the Premier League players that will be vital to their nation winning the World Cup

8. Wayne Rooney – Manchester United and England

Since scoring four goals at Euro 2004 aged just 18, Rooney has failed to perform for the Three Lions despite having enjoyed unprecedented success with the Red Devils.

Time is running out for the 28-year-old to prove himself as one of the all-time greats and this competition will be one of the last opportunities.