Football Players Whose First Name Starts With I

Iker Casillas is a Spanish former footballer who won the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Counted among the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the sport, Casillas was renowned for his spectacular saves and athleticism. He was named the IFFHS World's Best Goalkeeper on a record five occasions. Also a philanthropist, Casillas owns a charitable foundation in Spain.

Isco is a Spanish football player best known for his excellent ball control and technique. Over the years, he has represented popular teams like Real Madrid and the Spain national team. He was named among the world's 30 best players during the 2017-18 season. 

Popular Croatian central midfielder Ivan Rakitić now represents FC Barcelona. Though born in Switzerland, the talented footballer has never played for the country. Known for his energy on the field, he was instrumental in taking his team to the final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Known as an energetic midfielder, German footballer İlkay Gündoğan began his youth career with teams such as Schalke 04. He has had a successful stint with Borussia Dortmund, winning a Bundesliga with them, and now plays for Manchester City, with which he has won 4 Premier Leagues and 4 EFL Cups.

Ivan Perisic is a Croatian football player who plays as a midfielder for the Croatia national football team and Tottenham Hotspur. Best known for his versatility, Perisic can play as an attacking midfielder, defender, or second striker. Ivan Perišić has represented his nation at important tournaments, such as the UEFA European Football Championships and World Cups.

Retired Moroccan-Dutch footballer Ibrahim Afellay played as an attacking midfielder/winger. Starting his senior career with PSV Eindhoven, he later had successful stints with Barcelona and Olympiacos. He was also part of the Dutch squad that became the runner-up at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Ian Wright is an English former football player. Renowned for his speed, Wright played for popular clubs like Arsenal and helped his national team qualify for the 1998 FIFA World Cup. After retiring from the sport, Wright went on to become a TV and radio personality; he currently contributes as a commentator for ITV Sport and BBC Sport.

Belgian footballer Igor Vetokele, who plays as a forward for the club Westerlo, had begun his senior career with Gent. He later played for clubs such as Copenhagen, winning the Danish Superliga with them in the season 2012-13. After representing the Belgian junior teams, he joined the Angolan national football team.

Itumeleng Khune is a South African football player. He plays as goalkeeper and captains the South African national team as well as the Kaizer Chiefs Football Club in the Premier Soccer League. Renowned for his quick reflexes, Khune is popular for having made important saves. Also known for his philanthropic efforts, Khune once donated R150000 to an old age home.

Ivan Hašek is a Czech former football player who played as a central midfielder. In 1987 and 1988, he was named Czechoslovak Footballer of the Year. Apart from his national team, he also played for popular clubs like Sparta Prague, where he spent 11 years of his career. Ivan Hašek is the current manager of the Lebanon national football team.

Portuguese professional footballer Ivo Pinto, who plays as a right-back, turned pro at FC Porto. So far, he has played with several professional clubs, most notably with Dinamo Zagreb with whom he won the Croatian First Football League, three times in a row. He also played for Portugal at youth-level and earned 34 caps. Currently Pinto plays for Fortuna Sittard.