The countdown to the 2022 Qatar World Cup has commenced with the competition kicking off on Nov. 20. South America as a continent is home to some of international football's biggest powerhouses. Lautaro Martinez Martinez has been in fine form for Inter Milan this season, scoring 6 goals and registering 2 assists in the opening 12 games. Given his impressive record this season, he will likely lead the line in attack for Argentina in Qatar. Federico Valverde Valverde is arguably the best-performing midfielder in Europe this season and has been crucial to Real Madrid’s good form. Valverde has netted six goals and provided two assists in 12 LaLiga appearances so far this season. Neymar Neymar has been back to his best for PSG this season scoring 10 and assisting 8 goals in 12 league appearances. The Brazilian has the third-highest goal and assist contributions in Europe’s top five leagues this season. Lionel Messi But it is Neymar’s PSG teammate Lionel Messi who everyone will have their eyes on. The Argentine has been outstanding so far this season ahead of his final World Cup. Messi has 29 goals and assists already this season, more than any other player in Europe this season.