Nonetheless, winning a World Cup is indeed a measure of how great an individual player is. Their stints with Santos, Cosmos, Napoli and Barcelona might have raised their status among the football fraternity but it was their feats at the World Cup which got them the legendary status. A look at a few top stars playing possibly in their last World Cup -- all played in the Spanish league last season Cristiano Ronaldo (33)A World Cup is the only major silverware missing from his trophy. READ | 2018 FIFA World Cup: Japan coach Akira Nishino opts for experienced squadWhile Zidane never donned the national jersey following that game, he would prefer to recall his happier memories from 1998. This World Cup will show if Messi and Ronaldo will have the privilege of the ultimate high for a footballer.

Source: Hindustan Times June 01, 2018 07:07 UTC