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Declan Rice is an English professional footballer born on 14 January 1999 in London, England. He plays as a defensive midfielder for Arsenal FC midfielder Declan Rice and the England national team. He began his youth career at Chelsea before being released and joining West Ham United’s academy, where he developed into a first-team player. At West Ham United, he quickly became a standout defensive midfielder, known for his reading of the game, tackling, and composure on the ball. He eventually captained the club and led them to the 2022 UEFA Europa Conference League title, their first major trophy in decades. In 2023, Rice transferred to Arsenal for a club-record fee at the time, becoming a central figure in their midfield. At Arsenal, he has taken on a deeper leadership role, often playing as a holding midfielder while also contributing with forward runs, ball progression, and occasional goals. For England, Rice debuted in 2019 after switching international allegiance from the Republic of Ireland, where he had represented youth and senior teams in friendlies. Since then, he has become a key part of the England squad, featuring in major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. He is widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders in Europe, valued for his consistency, athleticism, and ability to control tempo both defensively and in buildup play.

Jude Bellingham is an English professional footballer born on 29 June 2003 in Stourbridge, England. He plays as a midfielder for Real Madrid CF midfielder Jude Bellingham and the England national team. He began his professional career at Birmingham City, becoming the club’s youngest-ever first-team player at just 16. His maturity, physical presence, and technical ability stood out immediately, attracting interest from top European clubs. In 2020, he joined Borussia Dortmund, where he quickly became a key midfielder in the Bundesliga, gaining experience in the UEFA Champions League and developing into a complete box-to-box player. In 2023, he transferred to Real Madrid, where he made an immediate impact, scoring frequently and taking on a more advanced midfield role. His game is built around powerful ball-carrying, intelligent positioning, and strong finishing for a midfielder. Internationally, he has been a regular for England since 2020 and has featured in major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship. One of my fav player atm

Takumi Minamino (南野 拓実) is a Japanese professional footballer born on 16 January 1995 in Izumisano, Japan. He plays mainly as an attacking midfielder or winger. He started his professional career at Cerezo Osaka, where he came through the youth system and established himself as one of the J-League’s most promising young attackers. His performances earned him a move to Europe in 2015. He joined FC Red Bull Salzburg, where he developed into a key player, winning multiple league and cup titles and gaining attention for his pressing, movement, and technical skill in high-intensity systems. In January 2020, he signed for Liverpool F.C., becoming the first Japanese player to represent the club. He contributed to their Premier League-winning 2019–20 squad and was used mainly as a versatile attacking rotation option. After a loan spell at Southampton F.C., he moved in 2022 to AS Monaco, where he has been a regular attacking option in Ligue 1 and European competitions, showing improved consistency as a goal contributor. For Japan, Minamino has been a long-time international, featuring in youth teams before becoming a senior regular. He has played in major tournaments including the FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup, and is known for his ability to link midfield and attack with smart positioning and quick combinations.

Ao Tanaka (田中 碧) is a Japanese professional footballer born on 10 September 1998 in Kawasaki, Japan. He plays as a central midfielder for Leeds United and the Japan national team. He came through the youth system of Kawasaki Frontale, where he eventually broke into the first team and became part of a successful era for the club, winning multiple domestic titles including the J1 League. In 2021, he moved to Europe on loan to Fortuna Düsseldorf in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga, later making the move permanent. His strong performances there helped raise his profile, particularly for his ball-winning and box-to-box contributions. In 2024, he transferred to Leeds United in England, where he became an important midfield option and contributed to the club’s push for success in the Championship and beyond. He’s known for being tactically disciplined, energetic, and capable of contributing both defensively and in late attacking runs. Internationally, Tanaka has been a regular for Japan since 2019, featuring in major tournaments including the FIFA World Cup 2022, where he notably scored against Spain in the group stage. Overall, he’s seen as a modern, versatile midfielder who connects defense and attack and adapts well across different European leagues.

Ayase Ueda (born 28 August 1998) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a striker for Dutch club Feyenoord and the Japan national team. He began his career at Kashima Antlers, where he made his professional debut in 2019 after developing through their youth system and Hosei University. He quickly established himself as a promising goalscorer in the J1 League. In 2022, Ueda moved to Belgium to join Cercle Brugge, where he had a strong season and finished among the league’s top scorers, which led to a transfer to Feyenoord in 2023. At Feyenoord, he initially played a rotational role but gradually became more important, known for his finishing ability, movement in the box, and aerial strength. He has also scored in major competitions like the UEFA Champions League. He is considered as one of the best Japanese footballers at the moment.

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Omid Noorafkan is an Iranian professional footballer born on April 9, 1997, in Rey, Iran. He plays mainly as a defensive midfielder or left-back for Sepahan S.C. and the Iran national team. Known for his versatility, technical ability, and strong left foot, Noorafkan first gained attention at Esteghlal, where he became the club’s youngest-ever league player at the time of his debut in 2015. After developing into one of Iran’s top young talents, he moved to Belgian side Sporting Charleroi in 2018 before returning to Iran, where he enjoyed successful spells with Esteghlal and later Sepahan. Noorafkan has represented Iran at multiple youth levels and made his senior national team debut in 2018 under Carlos Queiroz. He was also part of Iran’s squads in major international competitions and World Cup qualification campaigns.

Milad Mohammadi is an Iranian professional footballer born on September 29, 1993, in Tehran, Iran. He plays primarily as a left-back and is known for his speed, stamina, and attacking runs down the flank. Mohammadi currently plays for Persepolis F.C. and has been a regular member of the Iran national team. He began his professional career with Rah Ahan before moving to Russia with Akhmat Grozny, where he gained international attention. He later played for K.A.A. Gent in Belgium, AEK Athens F.C. in Greece, and briefly for Adana Demirspor in Turkey. Mohammadi represented Iran at both the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups and is also well known for his attempted flip throw-in during the 2018 World Cup match against Spain. His twin brother, Mehrdad Mohammadi, is also a professional footballer.

Ramin Rezaeian is an Iranian professional footballer born on March 21, 1990, in Sari, Mazandaran, Iran. He primarily plays as a right-back but is also known for playing as a winger thanks to his attacking style, speed, and crossing ability. Rezaeian has represented several major clubs during his career, including Persepolis, KV Oostende in Belgium, Al-Duhail in Qatar, Sepahan, and Esteghlal, while also becoming a longtime member of the Iran national team. He gained international recognition during Iran’s successful qualification campaign for the 2018 FIFA World Cup under coach Carlos Queiroz, where he became one of the team’s key defenders. Known for his energetic runs, free-kick ability, and offensive contributions from defense, Rezaeian is widely regarded as one of Iran’s strongest modern full-backs.

Shojae Khalilzadeh is an Iranian professional footballer born on May 14, 1989, in Bahnemir, Mazandaran, Iran. He plays as a centre-back for Tractor S.C. and the Iran national team. Known for his aggressive defending, leadership, and strong positional awareness, Khalilzadeh has been one of Iran’s most experienced defenders over the past decade. He began his career with Mes Rafsanjan and Mes Kerman before gaining national recognition at Sepahan S.C.. He later starred for Persepolis F.C., helping the club win multiple Persian Gulf Pro League titles and reach two AFC Champions League finals. After spells in Qatar with Al-Rayyan and Al Ahli, he returned to Iran with Tractor. Khalilzadeh has also been a regular presence for the Iranian national team since making his senior debut in 2009.

Aria Yousefi is an Iranian professional football player born on April 22, 2002, in Mahshahr, Iran. He primarily plays as a right-back or wide defender for Sepahan S.C. in the Persian Gulf Pro League and has also represented the Iran national football team at the senior international level. Known for his pace, versatility, and attacking support from defense, Yousefi emerged through Sepahan’s youth system before joining the senior squad in 2021. He has since become a regular starter and one of the club’s promising young players.

Sardar Azmoun is an Iranian professional footballer born on 1 January 1995 in Gonbad-e Kavus, Iran. A talented forward known for his speed, aerial ability, and intelligent movement, he rose to prominence after moving to Russia as a teenager to join Rubin Kazan. He later starred for Rostov and Zenit Saint Petersburg, becoming one of the top scorers in the Russian Premier League. Azmoun went on to play for Bayer Leverkusen in Germany and spent a season on loan at AS Roma before joining Shabab Al Ahli in the UAE. Internationally, he became one of Iran’s leading strikers, scoring more than 50 goals for the national team and representing Iran at multiple FIFA World Cups and AFC Asian Cups. Nicknamed the “Iranian Messi” by some media outlets, Azmoun is admired for combining clinical finishing with creativity and link-up play. Off the pitch, he has also drawn attention for his outspoken views and strong connection with Iranian fans.

Mehdi Taremi (born 18 July 1992 in Bushehr) is an Iranian professional footballer who plays as a striker and is widely regarded as one of Iran’s most accomplished players of his generation. He began his career in Iran with Persepolis, where he became a two-time league top scorer before moving abroad. Taremi later played for Al-Gharafa, Rio Ave, and FC Porto, establishing himself as one of the leading forwards in Portuguese football. His intelligent movement, finishing ability, and playmaking helped Porto win multiple domestic trophies. In 2024, he joined Inter Milan, becoming the first Iranian player in the club’s history. Internationally, he has been a key figure for the Iran national football team, representing his country at multiple FIFA World Cups and AFC Asian Cups while scoring more than 50 international goals. He is considered as one of the most recognizable Iranian athletes on the global stage.

Dennis Eckert Ayensa is a professional footballer born on January 9, 1997, in Bonn, Germany. A versatile forward known for his movement, pressing, and finishing, he has played across Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, and Belgium. After developing in the youth systems of clubs like Borussia Mönchengladbach, he broke through with Celta Vigo and later rebuilt his career at FC Ingolstadt, where he became a reliable goal scorer. Known for his work rate, versatility, and intelligent movement in attack, Eckert Ayensa previously represented Germany at U19 level before switching allegiance to Iran in 2026 after receiving FIFA approval and Iranian citizenship. He joined Iran’s squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup and has been registered under the name “Dennis Dargahi,” reflecting his Iranian family heritage.