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Every Manchester United player who is expected to feature in FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar

Gareth Southgate slams criticism and 'big agenda' against Manchester United star Harry Maguire.
Gareth Southgate slams criticism and 'big agenda' against Manchester United star Harry Maguire. (imago Images)

Several Man United players have already secured a spot at Qatar’s table for next winter following the most recent series of international games. The Red Devils players who might participate in the Qatar World Cup in 2022 are listed below.

Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Jadon Sancho (England):

Harry Maguire during a World Cup 2018 match

England finished first in their group as the highest-scoring squad in the European qualification’s group stage. Despite Man United’s struggles, Maguire and Shaw have been one of the cogs in Gareth Southgate’s defence. Sancho is likely to make it if he maintains this performance level.

After two successful international tournaments, there will be high hopes for England heading into this tournament. currently have them third favorites to win this year’s World Cup at 13/2 behind France and Brazil

Raphael Varane (France):

Paul Pogba and Raphael Varane in France training. (Image: Anthony Bibard FEP Panoramic)
Paul Pogba and Raphael Varane in France training. (Image: Anthony Bibard FEP Panoramic)

Despite suffering from a lack of form at times in Manchester, Didier Deschamps has regularly depended on Varane to lead his backline. France ended their WC qualifiers unbeaten with the defender playing a major role in ensuring that they are rock solid at the back.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot (Portugal):

Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United in action for Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United in action for Portugal.

Portugal had to go through the play-offs to ensure a berth in the Qatar World Cup. Fernandes scored a double in the play-off final against North Macedonia to put them through to the WC. Ronaldo and co would look to improve their form ahead of WC if they hope to enjoy a great run in the prestigious competition.

Fred (Brazil):

Fred of Brazil controls the ball during a Group B match between Brazil and Venezuela as part of Copa America 2021. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
Fred of Brazil controls the ball during a Group B match between Brazil and Venezuela as part of Copa America 2021. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Brazil were the dominant force in the South American qualifying group as they were comfortably the leaders in their table. Fred played an important part for Tite as his ball-winning skills were used in the best way alongside Casemiro at the base of the midfield.

Written by Surajit Das

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