FIFA World Cup 2022: Know all about in-form Bournemouth and Wales striker Kieffer Moore

Kieffer Moore expressed excitement at the thought of going against England, saying it would be incredible. It is safe to assume that he will not have any conflicting loyalties. The tall striker is ready to lead Wales' line at the World Cup in Qatar, which kicks off tonight against the United States, and he is keen to take on his native nation.

Despite being capped by England C, Moore maintained having no conflict of interest and talked fondly about representing his chosen nation. Take a closer look at the frontman Kieffer Moore ahead of his big debut, read below:

Kieffer Moore

Moore, 30, is a deadly target man who plays for Bournemouth in the Premier League. Throughout his storybook career, he worked his way up the pyramid, first with Truro City in Cornwall and Dorchester Town in Dorset, and then moving on to clubs in the lower levels like Yeovil Town, Forest Green Rovers, and Torquay United. The ace even spent some time with Viking in Norway.

Was he born in the United Kingdom?

Moore was born in the Cornish town of Torquay. He went to King Edward VI Community College in Totnes, where he followed his football interest. He began his career with Torquay's youth set-up till the age of 12 before joining Paignton Saints.

FAQs:

1. Is he also Chinese?
   Moore played for England's non-league select squad once in 2016 but was eligible for Wales and China due to ancestral ties before earning his senior debut for Wales in 2019.
2. Kieffer Moore previously played for whom before joining Bournemouth?
   He started off with Truro City and Dorchester Town in Cornwall and Dorset respectively and then played for various clubs in the lower leagues, including Yeovil Town, Forest Green Rovers, and Torquay United. Moore joined Bournemouth in January 2022 from Cardiff City, where he appeared in 64 league games, scoring 25 goals and contributing three assists.