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#3 Gareth Bale
Wales' hopes of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup were shattered by Monday's defeat at home to the Republic of Ireland. An injury to Gareth Bale hampered their qualifying campaign as they finish 3rd in the qualifying group after Serbia and Ireland. The man with the nickname "Welsh Wizard", is one of the top 5 footballers in the world currently playing the game.
Gareth Bale first came to prominence with Tottenham where he tormented Premier League defences with his pace and dribbling ability. He moved to Real Madrid in what was a world record deal a few seasons ago and has scored 70 times over 4 seasons.
He is considered as one of the best wingers in world football and on his best day, there is no defence in the world that can stop him. Bale has scored 26 times for Wales and will have to wait for 4 more years to play his first World Cup game.
