5 young players who could take next year's World Cup by storm

#1 Alex Iwobi

Iwobi was instrumental in Nigeria's qualifying campaign

Alex Iwobi is the most familiar name on this list and for good reason. There is absolutely no denying his talent and ability, and while his opportunities at Arsenal have been sporadic so far this season, the same cannot be said about his national side.

Iwobi is the centre of everything good that Nigeria does, and was key to their qualifying for next year's tournament scoring in the victory that clinched qualification.

He is surrounded by young, dynamic teammates, but is in a tough group alongside Iceland, Croatia and Argentina. Should Nigeria manage to qualify, you can expect Iwobi to play a big part, as he did in the recent victory over Argentina.

Despite the tough group, with Argentina's constant underperformance, it will be hard to choose a clear favourite from next year's group of death.

Iwobi will have the opportunity to show the world his quality and leadership if he pulls Nigeria out of the pit.