Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Lothar Matthaus of Germany played in five World Cups for his country (1982-1998). Apart from him, only one other player has the distinction of having represented his nation in 5 World Cups. Who among the following is he?

  1. Diego Maradona

  2. Pele

  3. Antonio Carbajal

  4. Raul Gonzalez

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Explanation

Lothar Matthaeus of Germany played in five consecutive World Cups (1982, 1986, 1990, 1994, 1998). Mexican goalkeeper Antonio Carbajal was the first player to achieve this feat, playing in 1950, 1954, 1958, 1962, and 1966. Pele won 3 World Cups but didn't play in 5 tournaments, while Maradona appeared in 4 (1982, 1986, 1990, 1994).