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Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by Wilfreymorena: 3:31am On Jul 14, 2021 |
The stellar performers of football are always hard to shortlist. In this article, check out the top 10 worldwide football players. Football is a universal sport with players who have delivered stellar performances across the world and over various generations and eras. It gave birth to a new betting lines with its unfathomable possibilities and worldwide popularity. Starting from the era of Pele and Maradona from our parents' times to the age of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in the current times, football has witnessed many hypnotic performers who have played extraordinarily. List of Top 10 Worldwide Football Players The following list will try to do justice to the brilliance of football players according to their performance. 1. Lionel Messi The six-times Ballon D'Or winner and Argentine football prodigy needs no introduction. He has single-handedly carried FC Barcelona to countless victories over the years. Messi has broken numerous records. His unique body feints and dribbling skills, coupled with his lethal vision as a midfielder, make him an absolute danger man that can break any form of defense down. 2. Cristiano Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best footballers of all time and an iconic star for young people. The five-time Ballon D'Or winner and Portuguese superstar are known for his sharp finishing and dribbling. He has scored tons of goals in his illustrious career, holding the record for the most goals in the Champions League, Real Madrid, and Portugal National Team history. 3. Diego Maradona The name of the Argentine legend is known by almost every football fan around the world. The little football magician was known for his extreme dribbling ability. He was the architect who led Argentina towards its second World Cup in history. 4. Pele Probably the most famous footballer of all time, Pele is Brazil's most iconic legend and has the record for scoring the most goals in the world (over 1000). In addition, he has been the key player for leading Brazil to a record number of World Cup victories. 5. Zinedine Zidane Zidane is one of the best midfielders of all time who has excellent technique and finesse. His ball control has been an exquisite treat to watch. He has been the key player to lead France to their 1998 World Cup victory. 6. Franz Beckenbauer Dubbed as the best defender of all time, Franz Beckenbauer has been one of the key players of the German National Team who was part of the team that went on to win the World Cup in 1974. However, he is most known for his staunch leadership on the field. 7. Johan Cruyff Cruyff is not only a legendary Dutch National Team and FC Barcelona player, but he is also a visionary manager. His unique dribbling skills and goal-scoring abilities earned him 3 Ballon d'Or. 8. David Beckham Almost everyone has heard of the fantastic and stylish David Beckham, whose free-kick skills and long passes made him a dangerous man against every opponent. He has won numerous titles during his Manchester United and Real Madrid career and the English National Team. 9. Iker Casillas The legendary Spanish and Real Madrid goalkeeper, Iker Casillas, is probably the best goalkeeper of all time. His ferocious goalkeeping skills not only made him a wall, but his tactical genius and iron-fist leadership made him the perfect captain for his side. 10. Paolo Maldini The only other defender on our list is the legendary Italian center-back Paolo Maldini, who has been one of the principal architects of his side, A.C. Milan's success in the Champions League in the last decade. However, his exceptional caliber in defending and his leadership skills rarely allowed even the best strikers through the Milan and Italian defense line. Conclusion Although we list out the players who stand out the most, the list of the greatest footballers is by no means exhaustive. Football continues to be an active factory of bringing out talents. We wait to see who the following legends in football will be in coming years. 1 Like |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by MJBOLT: 7:45am On Jul 14, 2021 |
This list get as e be |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by OluwaJohn77: 9:52am On Jul 14, 2021 |
The list is inconclusive, no Ronaldo Nazario and Ronaldinho |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by paulolee(m): 11:20am On Jul 14, 2021 |
nice list but I think delima ronaldo deserves slot bro |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by Wilfreymorena: 2:26pm On Jul 14, 2021 |
Yes to some extent....but he is just an upcoming star.... paulolee: |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by Siya6: 2:11pm On May 14, 2022 |
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best footballers of all time and an iconic star for young people. The five-time Ballon D'Or winner and Portuguese superstar are known for his sharp finishing and dribbling. |
Re: Top 10 Worldwide Football Players by Keiranw: 2:26pm On May 14, 2022 |
inconclusive list... Add more |
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