Young Players with Stocks on the Rise – Group F
Riccardo Montolivo (Italy, Fiorentina) Age 25
The Italian boss was keen to involve this all-action performer in his squad, with Montolivo's midfield defensive duties so often complimented by his fearsome long range shooting ability. Hard working and strong in the tackle, he has all the qualities required to claim a permanent spot in the Italian side in years to come.
Domenico Criscito (Italy, Genoa) Age 23
This speedy fullback can be relied upon to find space down the flanks to put pinpoint accurate crosses into the box for his waiting teammates. After failing into break into the ranks at Juventus, Criscito settled for a starting spot on Genoa’s team. Perhaps a fine showing in South Africa will show future employers his full potential.
Giorgio Chiellini (Italy, Juventus) Age 25
Chiellini is a frightening sight for any attacker with his sturdy frame and fiery eyes. He is a no- nonsense defender who takes pleasure in delivering bone crushing tackles. Another valuable facet on his game is his ability to mow down opponents on the way to score much needed goals from set pieces.
Victor Caceres (Paraguay, Libertad) Age 25
This player from humble beginnings has won complete faith of his coach. Caceres is dependable defensive midfielder who unleashes youthful abandon in his spot on tackles and heads up play. He has the energy to last the full 90 minutes and the tactical mind to effective the entire time.
Lucas Barrios (Paraguay, Borussia Dortmund) Age 25
This 6ft 2in striker is prolific in front of goal when the ball is at his feet. Barrios consistently proves how deadly he is in the box by making spectacular moments out of half chances. He can only hope that pre-tournament jitters disappear by the time he is called upon to act.
Edgar Benitez (Paraguay, CF Pachuca) Age 22
This little Paraguayan sparkplug has just recently burst onto the international scene. Benitez is a spirited and truly skilled attacker. One of his chief assets is his speed off the mark and another is his versatility - he is equally at home in wide areas as in a central striker role. Look for him as Paraguay’s super-sub.
Winston Reid (New Zealand, FC Midtjylland) Age 21
Winston Reid is a fresh face in the All Whites lineup. He is a combative defender with an advantage in the air due to his 6ft 3in height. He will run until his shoes come off and will give his team 110% of his effort to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Valdmir Weiss (Slovakia, Bolton Wanderers) Age 20
Playing with the stigma of being the coach’s son, Weiss feels the need to prove his selection to his countrymen. He combines flair, skill on the ball and a fearless approach to running at defenders to make him an exciting creative force. Moulded straight from an old fashioned winger, the twinkle-toed youngster is a handful for any defense with his mazy dribbling and accurate crossing.
Martin Skrtel (Slovakia, Liverpool) Age 25
This hulking centre-back is the one-man fortress at the heart of the Slovak backline, quick, aggressive and strong in the air. His Premier League and Champions League experience will be vital for a country with no experience of major international finals. Marking Torres in training for Liverpool will certainly help ready him for the challenge of marking world-class centre forwards.
Marek Hamsik (Slovakia, Napoli) Age 22
Marek Hamsik has emerged in the past two seasons as one of the brightest prospects in Serie A after a number of scintillating performances for Napoli. Now Hamsik has the opportunity to prove his ability on a global stage and the world will be watching to see if this precocious talent can truly live up to his billing as one of the best young attacking midfielders in the world.
Riccardo Montolivo (Italy, Fiorentina) Age 25
The Italian boss was keen to involve this all-action performer in his squad, with Montolivo's midfield defensive duties so often complimented by his fearsome long range shooting ability. Hard working and strong in the tackle, he has all the qualities required to claim a permanent spot in the Italian side in years to come.
Domenico Criscito (Italy, Genoa) Age 23
This speedy fullback can be relied upon to find space down the flanks to put pinpoint accurate crosses into the box for his waiting teammates. After failing into break into the ranks at Juventus, Criscito settled for a starting spot on Genoa’s team. Perhaps a fine showing in South Africa will show future employers his full potential.
Giorgio Chiellini (Italy, Juventus) Age 25
Chiellini is a frightening sight for any attacker with his sturdy frame and fiery eyes. He is a no- nonsense defender who takes pleasure in delivering bone crushing tackles. Another valuable facet on his game is his ability to mow down opponents on the way to score much needed goals from set pieces.
Victor Caceres (Paraguay, Libertad) Age 25
This player from humble beginnings has won complete faith of his coach. Caceres is dependable defensive midfielder who unleashes youthful abandon in his spot on tackles and heads up play. He has the energy to last the full 90 minutes and the tactical mind to effective the entire time.
Lucas Barrios (Paraguay, Borussia Dortmund) Age 25
This 6ft 2in striker is prolific in front of goal when the ball is at his feet. Barrios consistently proves how deadly he is in the box by making spectacular moments out of half chances. He can only hope that pre-tournament jitters disappear by the time he is called upon to act.
Edgar Benitez (Paraguay, CF Pachuca) Age 22
This little Paraguayan sparkplug has just recently burst onto the international scene. Benitez is a spirited and truly skilled attacker. One of his chief assets is his speed off the mark and another is his versatility - he is equally at home in wide areas as in a central striker role. Look for him as Paraguay’s super-sub.
Winston Reid (New Zealand, FC Midtjylland) Age 21
Winston Reid is a fresh face in the All Whites lineup. He is a combative defender with an advantage in the air due to his 6ft 3in height. He will run until his shoes come off and will give his team 110% of his effort to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Valdmir Weiss (Slovakia, Bolton Wanderers) Age 20
Playing with the stigma of being the coach’s son, Weiss feels the need to prove his selection to his countrymen. He combines flair, skill on the ball and a fearless approach to running at defenders to make him an exciting creative force. Moulded straight from an old fashioned winger, the twinkle-toed youngster is a handful for any defense with his mazy dribbling and accurate crossing.
Martin Skrtel (Slovakia, Liverpool) Age 25
This hulking centre-back is the one-man fortress at the heart of the Slovak backline, quick, aggressive and strong in the air. His Premier League and Champions League experience will be vital for a country with no experience of major international finals. Marking Torres in training for Liverpool will certainly help ready him for the challenge of marking world-class centre forwards.
Marek Hamsik (Slovakia, Napoli) Age 22
Marek Hamsik has emerged in the past two seasons as one of the brightest prospects in Serie A after a number of scintillating performances for Napoli. Now Hamsik has the opportunity to prove his ability on a global stage and the world will be watching to see if this precocious talent can truly live up to his billing as one of the best young attacking midfielders in the world.
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