10 World Cup stars Waterford soccer fans should follow on Instagram

32 teams take centre stage at the World Cup in Russia this summer, with the host nation kicking off the action against Saudi Arabia on June 14 at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium. 

Waterford Live takes a look at some of the best players on the planet who will be dreaming of World Cup glory. 

Cristiano Ronaldo 

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo captained Portugal to Euro 2016 glory. He will be focused on completing his trophy cabinet with a World Cup winners medal in Russia. 

A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) on Mar 24, 2018 at 3:41am PDT

Paul Pogba

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is a leader in France's World Cup squad. The 'complete midfielder' will need to put in complete performances if France are to conquer in Russia. 

Heureux du résultat d'hier, au travail pour le prochain objectif @equipedefrance #fiersdetrebleus #heretocreate #AgentP

A post shared by Paul Labile Pogba (@paulpogba) on Sep 1, 2017 at 12:05am PDT

Eden Hazard

Chelsea's Eden Hazard will be aiming to bring his FA Cup final winning form into the World Cup with Belgium. 

A great night to celebrate with my little bro @thorgan10 #belgianreddevils #family #brothers

A post shared by Eden Hazard (@hazardeden_10) on Oct 8, 2016 at 9:13am PDT

Neymar

The hopes of Brazil weigh heavily on the world's most expensive player, who is fighting to overcome an injury in time for the World Cup. 

Obrigado Deus... muito feliz de ter mais uma oportunidade de representar a minha nação! Partiu, Rússia !!!!

A post shared by Nj neymarjr (@neymarjr) on May 14, 2018 at 2:25pm PDT

Sergio Ramos

Spain and Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos is one of the most decorated footballers on the planet. He won European Championships with Spain in 2008 and 2012, along with the World Cup in 2010.

Un orgullo representar a mi país en #Rusia2018; un honor hacerlo como capitán; una enorme ilusión poder jugar mi cuarto Mundial. . It's an honour to represent my country at #Russia2018 and to do so as the team captain; I’m thrilled to be able to play my fourth #WorldCup.

A post shared by Sergio Ramos (@sergioramos) on May 21, 2018 at 6:44am PDT

Mohamed Salah

Liverpool's player of the year will lead Egypt's charge at the World Cup in Russia. 

A post shared by Mohamed Salah (@mosalah) on Apr 23, 2018 at 11:56am PDT

Mesut Özil

Mesut Özil will be aiming to bounce back from a disappointing season with Arsenal when he lines out for Germany at the World Cup. 

Happy Birthday Bro @sami_khedira6! Thankful for so many memories and good times we have already shared together! I wish you all the best

A post shared by Mesut Özil (@m10_official) on Apr 4, 2018 at 4:45am PDT

Dele Alli

Tottenham's Dele Alli says it's 'an honour' and 'a dream come true' to be named in England's World Cup squad. 

It's an honour to be named in the @england squad for the World Cup. It's a dream come true and it's everything I've worked for until this moment, I can't wait to get to Russia and meet up with the boys! ⚽️ #worldcup #heretocreate

A post shared by Dele (@dele) on May 16, 2018 at 6:52am PDT

Luis Suárez

Luis Suárez and his Uruguay teammates face Egypt, Saudi Arabia and hosts Russia in Group A at the World Cup. 

Truco @sebastiancoates16 @diegogodin @muslera @stuanicristhian @andres_sanchezok

A post shared by Luis Suarez (@luissuarez9) on Mar 21, 2018 at 8:52am PDT

James Rodriguez

The Colombian earned himself a move to Real Madrid after a prolific World Cup campaign in 2014. 

A post shared by James Rodríguez (@jamesrodriguez10) on May 21, 2018 at 5:36am PDT