Sometimes, for whatever reason, a player just looks more comfortable playing for their national team than their club.
Yes, they may only get a handful of games a year, compared to the never-ending cycle of club football, but the national team can offer a change in style, formation and teammates that can have a positive impact on some.
With the 2022 World Cup on the horizon, there may be concerns that a lack of playing time or comfort in a club side could impact a player's chances of impressing in Qatar. But fear not, for these six players, the likelihood is that they will perform better when donning the national team jersey.