Uruguay- Edinson Cavani
Uruguay have been the best defensive unit so far in this world cup. Diego Godin has been spot on with his defensive duties and will expect his side to continue their great form against France in the quarterfinals.
But the man who helped them beat Portugal in the last 16 was Edinson Cavani. The PSG striker has been clinical in front of the goal with 3 goals to his name. It takes some doing to be the MVP of a team consisting of Luis Suarez in the ranks but Cavani has been that good.
Edinson Cavani had a great season with PSG winning yet another Ligue 1 title.
He scored a sensational brace Uruguay's victory over Portugal in the round of 16 to set up a gigantic clash with France in the quarterfinals
Uruguay will rely upon him for the goods upfront to reach the last 4 and eventually have a shot at world cup glory.