Five lesser known players who could spring a surprise in World Cup 2014

Tim Cahill (Australia)

He is one payer who has time and again shown why he is regarded such a force in the international arena especially the World Cup. His performances for Australia in World Cups have been nothing short of extraordinary. Cahill played in the 2006 World Cup and, in Australia’s opening group game against Japan, became the first ever Australian to score a World Cup goal. Scoring a second goal in the same game, he also became the first Australian World Cup match.

He also holds the record for the most goals scored by any Australian in the World Cup. A box to box midfielder, Cahill has become recognised for his direct and powerful approach and his late runs into the penalty area. He scored 19 goals for the Socceroos on their road to the World Cup 2010 and was instrumental in the victory over Serbia and draw with Ghana, even though they were not able to go past the group stage. This time, he was highly influential in securing the Australian entry to the World Cup with the Asian Confederation’s Cup victory.