For a player to become one of the best football defenders, he must have the skills and the trophies. But most importantly, he must have contributed to making football a more beautiful sport. This list of great football defenders include players who revolutionized the position of a defenseman.

This top 10 list of footballers is a selection of players from all era. It is not surprising to see many Italian players in this list. Italy is renowned for its defense, being home to catenaccio style football.

10.) Daniel Passarella

Daniel Passarella was captain of the Argentina team that won the 1978 World Cup. He was also one of the most prolific defenders, at one point Passarella was football's top scoring defender.
Years active: 1971-89
National team: Argentina
Clubs: Sarmiento, River Plate, Fiorentina, Internazionale Milano

Daniel Passarella was a reliable defensive force but what makes him unique among history’s greatest defenders is his scoring ability. He was a dangerous man off set pieces and was remarkable for his ability to score from corners with a header even if he stands at only 5’8”.

Passarella sealed his place in the hall of greatness during the 1978 World Cup when he captained Argentina to the championship. He replicated this feat by winning the 1986 World Cup for Argentina.

In the 70 games he played for the Argentine football team, he scored a total of 22 goals, quite remarkable for a player committed to defense.

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