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The image of 2022 World Cup is such that whenever someone takes the name Qatar, the first image that comes into our mind is that of money. While Qatar has spend close to 220 billion dollars to host the mega event, the Middle East country has proved a point by being the the richest World Cup ever. It would be fair to say that football has some of the richest players in the world.
Even Forbes has proven that the footballers around the globe have some persona that have proved that why footballers are the only ones that have proved the idiom - ‘bhag daud ke paise kamana.’
But many football fans are curious to know which players will be gracing the pitch and earning the biggest salaries. Here, we take a look at the top 10 richest footballers who are part of the FIFA World Cup 2022.
Lionel Messi - With a net worth of over $400 million, Argentine superstar Lionel Messi tops the list of the richest footballers in the FIFA World Cup 2022. Known for his incredible speed, dribbling skills, and scoring ability, Messi has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Barcelona.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo comes in second on the list, with a net worth of approximately $360 million. A prolific goalscorer and a versatile player, Ronaldo has been a key player for both his national team. He may be without a club now but his worth never downgrades
Neymar Jr.
Brazilian forward Neymar Jr. ranks third on the list, with a net worth of around $200 million. Known for his dribbling skills, speed, and finishing ability, Neymar has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Paris Saint-Germain.
Kylian Mbappe
French forward Kylian Mbappé is the fourth richest footballer in the FIFA World Cup 2022, with a net worth of around $180 million. Known for his pace, finishing ability, and technical skills, Mbappé has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Paris Saint-Germain.
Antoine Griezmann
French forward Antoine Griezmann comes in fifth on the list, with a net worth of approximately $100 million. Known for his speed, dribbling skills, and finishing ability, Griezmann has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Barcelona.
Eden Hazard
Belgian winger Eden Hazard who recently announced his retirement from international football following their outset from the World Cup is 5th in our list of richest footballers in the FIFA World Cup 2022, with a net worth of around $70 million. Known for his speed, dribbling skills, and finishing ability, Hazard has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Real Madrid.
Robert Lewandowski
Polish forward Robert Lewandowski rounds out the final name with a net worth of around $60 million. Known for his finishing ability, physicality, and aerial prowess, Lewandowski has been a key player for both his national team and his club team, Bayern Munich.
These top richest footballers in the FIFA World Cup 2022 made some impact and some of them are still in contention to lift the World Cup. Their impressive net worths are a testament to their talent and dedication to the beautiful game.
