The FIFA World Cup is the greatest celebration of football in history. In one month, all the emotions of the game are felt across the world as the colorful exhibition of culture from every corner of the world gives way to a clash of styles and talent.

For the players, it is the greatest opportunity to represent your country and cement your legacy in a sport that easily forgets the names of its heroes.

But as much as the tournament brings joy to everyone involved, there are some players to whom the mention of the world cup evokes not only memories of apathy but of regret and pain even if their country wins it.

So, without much ado, here are the unluckiest players in the history of the  World Cup