5 oldest players to feature in FIFA World Cup
Football players should not be judged by age. There have been many 'aged' players who have featured in FIFA World Cup. In most of the cases, the oldest players have been the goal-keepers. These players have shown that age is just a number and it's the mindset which matters. Here we look at the 5 oldest players to feature in World Cup.
Dino Zoff won the World Cup in 1982
Former Italy goal-keeper and skipper Dino Zoff is still regarded as one of the best ever to grace the game. The former Juventus player retired from the game in 1983. But before that, he played in the 1982 World Cup and appeared in the final. He went on to win the title at the age of 40 years, 4 months and 13 days.
Peter Shilton represented England at 40 in 1990 World Cup
Another famous yesteryear goalkeeper- England's Peter Shilton is one of the oldest to feature in the World Cup. The celebrated keeper, who played for Leicester City at club level, went on to feature for England in 125 games. He played his final game at the age of 40 years, 9 months and 19 days during the 1990 World Cup.
Pat Jennings featured when he was 41
Former Northern Ireland goalkeeper Pat Jennings is the 3rd oldest player to feature in the FIFA World Cup. The player, who played for the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, represented his nation at the age of 41 in the 1986 World Cup. His final game ended in a loss, as Brazil beat Northern Ireland 3-1.
Roger Milla the striker who entertained millions
This striker is one of the rare players in this list filled with goal-keepers. Cameroon's Roger Milla is the second oldest player to feature in the FIFA World Cup. The former player represented his country for a total of 63 times. He played his final game in the 1994 World Cup in USA against Russia.
Faryd Mondragon holds this unique record
Former Colombian goal-keeper, Faryd Mondragon is still the oldest player ever to appear in a game of World Cup. He played in his nation's 4-1 win over Japan at the age of 43 in the 2014 Rio World Cup. The player had begun his career in 1990. He appeared for Colombia in 43 matches overall.
