Who Am I? Guess the World Cup Star – Day 42
Short overview
Test your football knowledge with BBC Sport's daily 'Who Am I?' game. Each day a new footballer is featured; guess their identity using as few clues as possible to score points. Today's puzzle is set by Adam Millington.
BBC Sport's popular interactive quiz series 'Who Am I?' continues with its 42nd edition, challenging football fans to identify a World Cup star. The game, updated daily, presents a new footballer each day. Players must guess the identity using as few clues as possible, with points awarded based on the number of attempts.
How the Game Works
The rules are straightforward: each day, a new footballer is selected. Participants make guesses, and after each incorrect attempt, a new clue is revealed. The goal is to identify the player after as few clues as possible. A score of three is considered good, while four or five points is exceptional.
Today's Challenge
Today's player and clues have been set by BBC Sport's Adam Millington. Fans are encouraged to participate and return daily for new puzzles.
More Quizzes Available
For those seeking additional challenges, BBC Sport offers dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages. Users can sign up for notifications to receive the latest quizzes directly to their devices.
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