2018 World Cup: 8 Oldest Footballers set to take part in the competition

Preliminary Draw of the 2018 FIFA World Cup
Meet some of the oldest players who are set to play in Russia this summer

#7 Bruno Alves (36) - Portugal

Portugal v Egypt - International Friendly
Can Portugal replicate their Euro 2016 form this summer?

The 36-year-old defender will head into this World Cup as one of Portugal's most experienced players. With 95 caps under his belt, the European Champion would love to cross the 100-mark and it is now or never for him.

Currently playing in the Scottish Premier League for Rangers, Alves has always been a solid defender for his country. The backline of Portugal consists of older players like Pepe (35) and Jose Fonte (34) and their coach, Fernando Santos would be hoping their experience could lead to Portugal having a great run at the tournament or even pulling off another miracle like they did in Euro 2016.

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