Internet Desk: The Confederations Cup 2017 has been a nail-biting contest so far this season despite a few top teams decided to send second teams to test the youngsters they have who can become deciding factors in the FIFA World Cup next year. Along with the intense footballing battles, www.xtratime.in chooses the captivating tattoos which have been the star attractions.
Ricardo Quaresma (Portugal)
Ricardo Quaresma’s eye-catching teardrop tattoo could do wonders for the burgeoning body art business. The Portuguese star has never explained why he has two drops under his right eye – a tattoo which in gangland culture can mean someone has been killed. But he is not alone at Confederations Cup 2017 in covering himself in art, often very personal statements. Playing against Quaresma, France striker Olivier Giroud has a biblical quote, “The Lord is My Shepherd I Shall Not Want,” written in Latin on his left shoulder.
Arturo Vidal (Chile)
When it comes to tattoos the Chilean has a league of his own. His left arm bears “King Arturo” and his right arm the spider-man logo, on his right upper arm he has “Guerriorra” means “warrior”.
The 29-years-old is very religious and has several crosses all over his body. He has a large cross with wings on his back “cubreme con tu manto” means “protect me”.
Vidal has a tattoo “il campione” means “Vidal is a champion”, he has also a neck tattoo written “FAMILIA” and a woman’s face on his right upper arm which is his mum. also has his own initials AV on his neck.
Tim Cahill (Australia)
Filiga Timothy , known as “Tim” Cahill is an Australian football player who is currently plays for the Melbourne City and is also the current Australian record goalscorer.
When asked about his tattoos in an interview he said, I’m a very traditional person. The tattoos are about my grandmother dying and they tell the story about my mother and father, my brothers and my sister, and my kids.
Claudio Bravo (Chile): Chilean National Team goalkeeper is known for his fancy tattoos on his muscular hands. The stylish Manchester City goalkeeper is getting the attention every time he is trying to gather the aerial balls. His tattoos are getting visible.
