Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo’s (above) days of dribbling past hoards of scrambling defenders may be over, but he has found a new lease of life for Real Madrid as an out-and-out striker. Dangerous with both feet and superb in the air, the 33-year-old heads into this World Cup with 50 goals in 50 games this season. He would love to add a Golden Boot to his glittering list of accolades. Iago Aspas

Diego Costa had been the favourite to lead the line for Spain but Aspas (right) is pushing for a start, after a brilliant season for Celta Vigo and scoring the winner in a friendly against Tunisia last weekend. Quick in behind and clinical around the box, Aspas can offer Spain a more direct approach. If given the chance, Aspas could catch fire. – AFP