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Klose is a perfect example of the kind of out-from-left-field leading WC scorer that's possible. Ronaldo may have bagged a bunch at the end, but Klose gave him a run for his money in WC 2002.

I heard Moggi visited the Richmond Kickers and might get him on a free transfer, btw. ;)

Pele!

No. But he might score early in the tournament, earn lots of press accolades about how "Owen is back!", and then never be heard from again. He's done it before...

Luca Toni is an intriguing choice. He definitely seems to have the ability to finish, he's been on fire this year (even more than last), and Italy has a decent chance of advancing far. But Lippi's playing style, I don't think, will lend itself to a lot of goal scoring. I expect him to field...

It may well be some complete surprise dufus who does little outside of the cup (i.e., Baros).