Who Am I? Guess the World Cup Star – Day 23
Short overview
BBC Sport's daily football guessing game returns with a new mystery player. Players unlock clues after each wrong guess, aiming to identify the footballer in as few attempts as possible. Score three points for a good result, four or five for exceptional.
BBC Sport's popular 'Who Am I?' football guessing game continues with its 23rd edition. The challenge invites fans to identify a mystery footballer, with new clues revealed after each incorrect guess. The fewer clues needed, the higher the score: three points is considered good, while four or five points is exceptional.
How the Game Works
Each day, a new footballer is selected for the quiz. Players start with no information and must guess the identity based on a series of clues that unlock progressively. The game is designed to test football knowledge and deductive reasoning.
Today's Challenge
Today's player and clues have been set by BBC Sport's Joe Rindl. Participants can return daily for a new puzzle. For those seeking more quizzes, BBC Sport offers dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages, with notifications available for the latest updates.
The game has become a staple for football enthusiasts, combining entertainment with a test of memory and recognition of players from around the world.
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