World Cup 2018: 5 players to watch out for on Matchday 7

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#4 Bernardo Silva

Portugal v Spain: Group B - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia
The playmaker will have his hands full against a solid Morocco side

Bernardo Silva flew under the radar in Portugal's first game because of Ronaldo's heroics, but looking at the way Iran was set up against Morocco, his creativity in midfield will be vital to Portugal getting all 3 points here.

Operating on the right, Silva will come up against Saiss and Hakimi, both of whom are much more physical than him and will not be afraid to use that to their advantage to stop the play-maker.

However, Pep Guardiola's confidence in the youngster seems to have made him even better, as he is now more inclined to go on the attack than during his excellent spell at Monaco. He is not afraid to venture forward with the ball at his feet and dribble his way around the defence, which is one of his strongest traits.

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